Background: Autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is ambiguously thought to be more effective in elite athletes than in sedentary patients, although the possible importance of recipient responsiveness remains poorly understood.
Takashi Ushiki +11 more
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Light Intensity physical activity and sedentary behavior in relation to body mass index and grip strength in older adults: cross-sectional findings from the Lifestyle Interventions and Independence for Elders (LIFE) study [PDF]
Identifying modifiable determinants of fat mass and muscle strength in older adults is important given their impact on physical functioning and health.
Cooper, R +55 more
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Comparison of accelerometry cut points for physical activity and sedentary behavior in pre-school children : a validation study [PDF]
This study compared accelerometry cut points for sedentary behavior, light and moderate to vigorous intensity activity (MVPA) against a criterion measure, the Children’s Activity Rating Scale (CARS), in preschool children.
Reilly, J. J. +10 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 vs. self-reported physical activity and sedentary time: effects of measurement method on relationships with risk biomarkers [PDF]
<p><b>Purpose:</b> Imprecise measurement of physical activity variables might attenuate estimates of the beneficial effects of activity on health-related outcomes.
Bailey, Mark E.S. +24 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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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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Sedentary behaviour and diet across the lifespan: an updated systematic review. [PDF]
Sedentary behaviour and its association with dietary intake in young people and adults are important topics and were systematically reviewed in 2011. There is a need to update this evidence given the changing nature of sedentary behaviour and continued ...
Foster, Perry J +13 more
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Diet, physical activity, sedentary behaviour and perceptions of the environment in young adults [PDF]
Background Few studies have explored both food behaviour and physical activity in an environmental context. Most research in this area has focused on adults; the aim of the present study was to describe perceptions of the environment, diet, physical ...
Lake, Amelia +14 more
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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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