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Physiology of sedentary behavior
Sedentary behaviors (SB) are characterized by low energy expenditure while in a sitting or reclining posture. Evidence relevant to understanding the physiology of SB can be derived from studies employing several experimental models: bed rest, immobilization, reduced step count, and reducing/interrupting prolonged SB.
Pinto, Ana +6 more
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Breaks in Sedentary Time [PDF]
OBJECTIVE—Total sedentary (absence of whole-body movement) time is associated with obesity, abnormal glucose metabolism, and the metabolic syndrome. In addition to the effects of total sedentary time, the manner in which it is accumulated may also be important. We examined the association of breaks in objectively measured sedentary time with biological
Healy, Genevieve +6 more
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AbstractIssue AddressedSeated activities are attributed to increased sedentary behaviour (SB) and adverse health effects, but little is currently known about university students' SB, particularly study‐related SB. This study describes the sociodemographic variations of domain‐specific SB in regional Australian university students and the contribution ...
Casey A. Sutherland +3 more
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Sedentary Death Syndrome [PDF]
Sedentary death syndrome (SeDS) is a major public health burden due to its causing multiple chronic diseases and millions of premature deaths each year. Despite the impact of physical inactivity, very little is known about the actual causes of physical inactivity-induced chronic diseases.
Simon J, Lees, Frank W, Booth
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Sedentariness in quantum walks
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Sedentary Behaviour and Ageing
This chapter focuses on the prevalence and amount of sedentary behaviour in older adults with a range of functional limitations, distinguishing the differences between those who live independently with those who live in residential settings or who are subject to enforced sedentary behaviour, such as those in hospital.
Skelton, Dawn +3 more
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Comparison of Plasma NPY and Zinc Levels of Elite Weightlifters and Sedentaries
Neuropeptide Y (NPY), a strong stimulant of nutrition, and zinc, which has an important effect on nutrition regulation, have attracted the attention of many researchers.
Abdulkerim Baltaci +3 more
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Objective: The objective of this study was to explore the experiences of intensive locomotor training from the perspective of therapists and parents of children with cerebral palsy.Design: A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews was employed
Dayna Pool +8 more
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MOTRIC ACTIVITY - THE MAIN FACTOR IN PREVENTING SEDENTARY SCHOOLING IN 12-14 YEAR-OLD [PDF]
Considering that an adequate level of motricity for children aged 12-13 years is aimed at the level of development of motric skills and motric qualities, we have carried out a study of 40 pupils in gymnasium.
Dragoș Ioan TOHĂNEAN
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The growing prevalence of physical inactivity in the population highlights the urgent need for a more comprehensive understanding of how sedentary behaviour affects health, the mechanisms involved and what strategies are effective in counteracting its ...
Alessio Daniele +4 more
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