Metabolic Risk Factors and Physical Activity in Azorean Adolescents
Author Information
Author(s): Carla Moreira, Rute Santos, José Cazuza Júnior de Farias, Susana Vale, Paula C Santos, Luísa Soares-Miranda, Ana I Marques, Jorge Mota
Primary Institution: Research Centre in Physical Activity, Health and Leisure, Faculty of Sport, University of Porto, Portugal
Hypothesis
This study analyzes the relationships between metabolic risk factors and physical activity and physical fitness in Azorean adolescents.
Conclusion
Daily step counts and physical fitness levels were negatively associated with having one or more metabolic risk factors among Azorean adolescents.
Supporting Evidence
- 59% of adolescents showed at least one metabolic risk factor.
- 57.6% were under the healthy zone in the 20 m Shuttle Run Test.
- Adolescents in the highest quartile of pedometer step counts were less likely to have one or more metabolic risk factors.
Takeaway
The more steps Azorean teenagers take each day, the less likely they are to have health problems related to being inactive.
Methodology
A cross-sectional school-based study measuring metabolic risk factors, physical activity, and physical fitness in adolescents aged 15-18.
Limitations
The study is cross-sectional, limiting causal inferences, and does not assess physical activity intensity.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 417 adolescents (243 girls and 174 boys) aged 15-18 from the Azorean Islands, Portugal.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.032
Confidence Interval
95%CI:0.33-0.95
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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