Physical activity and perceived environment among adults from a city in Southern Brazilian.

The article aimed to verify the association between physical activity (PA) and perceived environment among adults from a city in southern Brazil. This is a population-based cross-sectional study with 820 adults living in the city of Criciúma-SC. Perceived environment was assessed using the Neighborhood Environmental Walkability scale and PA in the leisure and transportation domains using the long version of the International PA Questionnaire. It was observed that the neighborhood with public spaces for the practice of physical exercises and dog walking was associated with higher prevalence of compliance with moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) guidelines. The fact of having an invitation from friends and/or relatives for PA, sporting events and the habit of dog walking were associated with leisure-time walking. Access to places for the purchase of fresh fruits/ vegetables, light/diet foods, to have sidewalks in most streets, to have pedestrian crossings and sporting events in the neighborhood were associated with higher prevalence of active transportation. Conversely, places for snacks or fast food in the neighborhood were associated with lower prevalence of active transportation. The perception of environmental variables was associated with MVPA, walking and active transportation.

Recommendation and physical activity practice in Brazilians with chronic diseases.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the prevalence and factors associated with professional recommendation and leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) in Brazilian individuals diagnosed with hypertension (HBP), diabetes, and/or hypercholesterolemia. METHODS: This is a cross-sectional population-based study with a representative sample of the Brazilian population (aged ≥20 years) in 2013, with self-reported HBP (n=11.098), diabetes (n=3.176), and/or hypercholesterolemia (n=7.252). Prevalence and gross odds ratios were estimated and adjusted for both outcomes. RESULTS: Professional recommendation and LTPA were more prevalent in individuals who received recommendation and presented with hypercholesterolemia (85.9 and 23.4%, respectively). Adjusted analysis showed an association in people 40 to 59 years of age and public programs in most diseases. Higher educational level was associated with receiving recommendations in all non-communicable diseases (NCDs). LTPA was associated in people 40 to 59 years of age for HBP and diabetes and in all investigated NCDs, higher educational level, positive perception of health, and a favorable environment in those who received recommendation. CONCLUSIONS: Education presented the greatest magnitude in the associations, clearly showing the need for equitable methods to increase recommendation and LTPA levels for the most vulnerable population. Further studies analyzing other variables and NCD are needed, corroborating the Ministry of Health.

Clusters of Cardiometabolic Risk Factors and Their Association with Atherosclerosis and Chronic Inflammation among Adults and Elderly in Florianópolis, Southern Brazil. / Agrupamentos de Fatores de Risco Cardiometabólicos e sua Associação com Aterosclerose e Inflamação Crônica em Adultos e Idosos em Florianópolis, Sul do Brasil.

BACKGROUND: The significant increase in cardiovascular diseases in developing countries alerts about their impact on underprivileged populations. OBJECTIVE: To identify the relationship of clusters of metabolic syndrome (MS) components with atherosclerosis and chronic inflammation among adults and elderly. METHODS: Cross-sectional analysis using data from two population-based cohort studies in Florianópolis, Southern Brazil (EpiFloripa Adult Cohort Study, n = 862, 39.9±11.5 years; EpiFloripa Aging Cohort Study, n = 1197, 69.7±7.1 years). Blood pressure (BP), waist circumference (WC), and lipid and glucose levels were analyzed as individual factors or as clusters (either as the number of components present in an individual or as combinations of components). Outcomes included carotid intima-media thickness (IMT), atherosclerotic plaques, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. Multiple linear and logistic regression analyses adjusted for confounding factors were used. The statistical significance adopted was 5%. RESULTS: Individuals with high BP, elevated WC, dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia (6.1% of the sample) showed higher IMT and CRP than those negatives for all MetS components. Elevated WC was a common determinant of systemic inflammation, while the coexistence of high BP and elevated WC (clusters of two or three factors) was associated with higher IMT (ß between +3.2 and +6.1 x 10-2 mm; p value < 0.05) and CRP (EXPß between 2.18 and 2.77; p value < 0.05). CONCLUSION: The coexistence of high BP and elevated WC was associated with increased IMT and CRP levels, but central obesity affected systemic inflammation either alone or in combination with other risk factors.

FUNDAMENTO: O aumento significativo de doenças cardiovasculares em países em desenvolvimento alerta sobre seu impacto em populações carentes. OBJETIVO: Identificar a relação de agrupamentos de componentes da síndrome metabólica (SM) com aterosclerose e inflamação crônica em adultos e idosos. MÉTODOS: Análise transversal usando dados de dois estudos populacionais de tipo coorte realizados em Florianópolis, sul do Brasil (EpiFloripa Adult Cohort Study, n = 862, 39,9±11,5 anos; EpiFloripa Aging Cohort Study, n = 1197, 69,7±7,1 anos). Pressão arterial (PA), circunferência da cintura (CC), e níveis plasmáticos de lipídio e glicose foram analisados como fatores individuais ou como agrupamentos de componentes da SM (como número de componentes presentes em um indivíduo ou como combinações). Os desfechos incluíram espessura intima-media carotídea (EIMC), placas ateroscleróticas, e níveis de proteína C reativa (CRP). Regressão linear múltipla e regressão logística, ajustadas quanto aos fatores de confusão, foram usadas para análise. O nível de significância adotado foi de 5%. RESULTADOS: Indivíduos com PA e CC elevadas, dislipidemia e hiperglicemia (61,5%) apresentaram maiores valores de EIMC e PCR que aqueles que não apresentaram componentes de SM. CC elevada foi um determinante comum de inflamação sistêmica, ao passo que a coexistência de PA elevada e CC elevada (agrupamentos de dois ou três fatores) associou-se com maior EIMC (ß entre +3,2 e +6,1 x 10-2 mm; p < 0,05) e PCR (EXPß entre 2,18 e 2,77; p < 0,05). CONCLUSÃO: A coexistência de PA e CC elevadas associou-se com maiores valores de EIMC e níveis de PCR. A obesidade central, isolada ou em combinação com outros fatores de risco, teve efeito sobre a inflamação sistêmica.

Muscle strength cut-points for metabolic syndrome detection among adults and the elderly from Brazil.

We aimed to determine cut-points for muscle strength based on metabolic syndrome diagnosis. This cross-sectional analysis comprised data from 2 cohorts in Brazil (EpiFloripa Adult, n = 626, 44.0 ± 11.1 years; EpiFloripa Aging, n = 365, 71.6 ± 6.1 years). Metabolic syndrome was assessed by relative handgrip strength (kgf/kg). Metabolic syndrome was defined as including ≥3 of the 5 metabolic abnormalities according to the Joint Interim Statement. Optimal cut-points from Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curves were determined. Adjusted logistic regression was used to test the association between metabolic syndrome and the cut-points created. The cut-point identified for muscle strength was 1.07 kgf/kg (Youden index = 0.310; area under the curve (AUC)) = 0.693, 95% CI 0.614-0.764) for men and 0.73 kgf/kg (Youden index = 0.481; AUC = 0.768, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.709-0.821) for women (age group 25 to < 50 years). The best cut-points for men and women aged 50+ years were 0.99 kgf/kg (Youden index = 0.312; AUC = 0.651; 95% CI = 0.583-0.714) and 0.58 kgf/kg (Youden index = 0.378; AUC = 0.743; 95% CI = 0.696-0.786), respectively. Cut-points derived from ROC analysis have good discriminatory power for metabolic syndrome among adults aged 25 to <50 years but not for adults aged 50+ years. Novelty: First-line management recommendation for metabolic syndrome is lifestyle modification, including improvement of muscle strength. Cut-points for muscle strength levels according to sex and age range based on metabolic syndrome were created. Cut-points for muscle strength can assist in the identification of adults at risk for cardiometabolic disease.

ASSOCIATED FACTORS WITH THE ISOLATED AND SIMULTANEOUS PRESENCE OF OVERWEIGHT AND ABDOMINAL OBESITY IN ADOLESCENTS.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated with excessive weight (EW), abdominal obesity (AO) and the simultaneous presence of EW and AO in adolescents from Southern Brazil. METHODS: Cross-sectional study with 583 adolescents (11 to 17 years old) of Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil. EW was assessed by body mass index (BMI) and AO by waist circumference (WC). The independent variables analyzed were gender, age, maternal schooling, balanced diet, physical activity, cigarette use, excessive alcohol use and screen time. Binary logistic regression was used to estimate Odds Ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CI). RESULTS: Boys had 58% higher likelihood of having EW (OR 1.58; 95%CI 1.08-2.29; p<0.05). Younger age group (11 to 14 years) was directly associated with higher likelihood of EW (OR 6.07; 95%CI 4.05-9.11; p<0.05). Adolescents whose mothers had higher education had 75% more likelihood of having AO (OR 1.75; 95%CI 1.01-3.00; p<0.05). Higher likelihood for EW and AO (OR 1.84; 95%CI 1.01-3.34; p<0.05) was identified in younger adolescents (11 to 14 years). CONCLUSIONS: Boys and younger age (11 to 14 years) were associated with a higher likelihood of EW. Adolescents whose mothers studied nine years or more were more likely to have AO. The younger age group (11 to 14 years) was associated with greater chances for the simultaneous presence of EW and AO.

Healthy lifestyle moderates the relationship between cardiovascular disease with blood pressure, body composition, carotid intima-media thickness, and glycated hemoglobin among adults.

We investigate whether the adherence to healthy lifestyle recommendations (regular physical activity, healthy diet, reduced alcohol consumption, nonsmoking) moderates the relationship between cardiovascular disease (CVD) and its risk factors (obesity, diabetes, dyslipidemia, and hypertension) with clinical variables among adults. This cross-sectional population-based study comprised 862 adults (39.3 ± 11.4 years, 46.4% men) from Florianópolis, Brazil. Clinical variables were systolic (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure, waist circumference, body mass index (BMI), percentage of body fat, muscular strength, carotid intima-media thickness (IMT), high sensitive C-reactive protein, and lipid and glucose metabolism markers. Multiple linear regression adjusted for confounding factors was used. Reduced IMT and HbA1c were observed in males with CVD or its risk factors who adopted healthy lifestyle recommendations (p < 0.001), and lower SBP levels were observed in females without CVD or its risk factors (p = 0.034). Females with CVD or its risk factors who followed healthy lifestyle recommendations showed higher BMI (p = 0.035). Adherence to number of healthy lifestyle recommendations moderated cardiovascular health in adults with CVD and without CVD. Novelty The adherence to healthy lifestyle recommendations moderated the relationship between IMT and HbA1c with CVD or its risk factors among males. The lower values of SBP among females without CVD or its risk factors were moderated by the adherence to healthy lifestyle recommendations.

ASSOCIATION OF FLEXIBILITY WITH SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, MUSCLE STRENGTH, AND AEROBIC FITNESS IN ADOLESCENTS FROM SOUTHERN BRAZIL.

OBJECTIVE: To identify sociodemographic, physical activity, and physical fitness factors associated with flexibility. METHODS: Cross-sectional study with 909 adolescents (486 girls) aged 14 to 19 years from the city of São José, Santa Catarina, Brazil. To evaluate flexibility, we used the sit and reach test. Sociodemographic and physical activity data were collected by a self-administered questionnaire. We analyzed muscle strength with manual dynamometry. Aerobic fitness was assessed with the modified Canadian aerobic fitness test, and physical activity with a questionnaire. We used multiple linear regression to identify the variables associated with flexibility, with a significance level of 5%. RESULTS: For each additional centimeter in the girls' levels of flexibility, the boys were 2.94 cm less flexible. In addition, the increment of 0.12 kg/force in muscle strength levels increased the levels of flexibility in 1 cm. CONCLUSIONS: Lower levels of flexibility were associated with male adolescents and with reduced strength levels.

Body composition estimation in children and adolescents by bioelectrical impedance analysis: A systematic review.

BACKGROUND: Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) has commonly been used to assess the body composition of children and adolescents. BIA validation studies have found distinct correlation values with reference methods. OBJECTIVES: To assess the reproducibility, correlation and mean differences in body composition estimated by BIA and reference methods, we systematically reviewed the literature in the pediatric population. METHOD: The search for articles was conducted in March 2016 and was limited to articles published from 2005 to 2015 in the PubMed, Embase, EBSCO, Web of Science, Scopus and SciELO databases. Two reviewers independently performed data selection and extraction of studies that investigated the BIA validity, responsiveness, reliability and/or measurement error (reproducibility) to estimate body composition in children and adolescents with an average age ≤ 18 years. RESULTS: The search produced 48 articles. Almost perfect reproducibility was found in the body fat percentage estimated by BIA, and there was almost perfect correlation between the BIA ratings and reference methods for fat mass and fat-free mass. Regarding component estimates, BIA underestimated the fat mass in both sexes. CONCLUSIONS: The body fat percentage estimated by BIA exhibited almost perfect reproducibility. The fat mass and fat-free mass estimated by BIA correlated almost perfectly with the reference methods in both sexes. BIA underestimated the fat mass in both sexes.

The association between muscle strength and sociodemographic and lifestyle factors in adults and the younger segment of the older population in a city in the south of Brazil. / Associação da força muscular com fatores sociodemográficos e estilo de vida em adultos e idosos jovens no Sul do Brasil.

Adequate muscular strength is required to perform daily activitiesand is considered a marker of overall health. The aim of this study was to identify sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated with handgrip strength (HGS) in adults and the younger segment of the older population. A cross-sectional,population-based study was conducted with 705 individuals aged between 25 and 65 years in the city of Florianópolis, capital of the State of Santa Catarina, Brazil.HGS was assessed usinga manual hand dynamometer. Interviews were conducted with the participants to collect sociodemographic and lifestyle data.Multiple linear regressionwas performed to identify the predictors of HGS. The findings revealed that women and individuals from older age groups showed lower HGS, while being active during leisure time was associated with higher HGS.Interventions aimed at maintaining HGS levels in individuals should pay special consideration toaging and individuals who are physically inactive or insufficiently active during leisure time.

A força muscular é necessária para realização de atividades diárias, sendo considerada marcador de saúde global. O objetivo deste estudo foi identificar os fatores sociodemográficos e do estilo de vida correlatos à força de preensão manual (FPM) em adultos e idosos jovens. Estudo de base populacional com delineamento transversal, realizado com 705 indivíduos, de 25 a 65 anos de idade, da cidade de Florianópolis, SC, Brasil. Analisou-se a FPM por meio do instrumento de dinamometria manual. Os dados sociodemográficos e do estilo de vida foram levantados por entrevista. Utilizou-se regressão linear múltipla para a identificação das variáveis preditoras da FPM. Mulheres e indivíduos mais velhos foram os fatores associados a menores valores de FPM. Além disso, ser ativo no lazer foi associado a maiores valores de FPM. Intervenções objetivando a manutenção dos níveis de FPM nos indivíduos devem considerar o envelhecimento e aqueles inativos e insuficientemente ativos fisicamente no lazer.

Physical activity and perceived environment among adults from a city in Southern Brazilian / Atividade física e percepção do ambiente em adultos de uma cidade do Sul do Brasil

Abstract The article aimed to verify the association between physical activity (PA) and perceived environment among adults from a city in southern Brazil. This is a population-based cross-sectional study with 820 adults living in the city of Criciúma-SC. Perceived environment was assessed using the Neighborhood Environmental Walkability scale and PA in the leisure and transportation domains using the long version of the International PA Questionnaire. It was observed that the neighborhood with public spaces for the practice of physical exercises and dog walking was associated with higher prevalence of compliance with moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) guidelines. The fact of having an invitation from friends and/or relatives for PA, sporting events and the habit of dog walking were associated with leisure-time walking. Access to places for the purchase of fresh fruits/ vegetables, light/diet foods, to have sidewalks in most streets, to have pedestrian crossings and sporting events in the neighborhood were associated with higher prevalence of active transportation. Conversely, places for snacks or fast food in the neighborhood were associated with lower prevalence of active transportation. The perception of environmental variables was associated with MVPA, walking and active transportation.

Resumo O objetivo foi verificar a associação entre a prática de atividade física (AF) e a percepção do ambiente em adultos de uma cidade do Sul do Brasil. Estudo transversal de base populacional com 820 adultos, residentes na cidade de Criciúma-SC. A percepção do ambiente foi avaliada pela escala Neighborhood Environmental Walkability, e a AF no domínio do lazer e transporte ativo pela versão longa do Questionário Internacional de AF. Observou-se que o bairro com lugar público para a prática de exercícios físicos e o fato de passear com o cachorro estiveram associados a maiores prevalências de atendimento às recomendações de AF moderada à vigorosa (AFMV). O fato de ter convite de amigos e/ou parentes para AF, a realização de eventos esportivos e o hábito de passear com o cachorro estiveram associados à caminhada no lazer. O acesso a locais para aquisição de frutas/legumes frescos, alimentos light/diet, ter calçadas na maioria das ruas, ter faixas de segurança e ter eventos esportivos no bairro estiveram associados a maiores prevalências de deslocamento ativo. De forma contrária, lugares para lanches ou fast-food no bairro se associaram a menor prevalência de deslocamento ativo. A percepção de variáveis do ambiente esteve associada à AFMV, à prática de caminhada e ao transporte ativo.

Agrupamentos de fatores de risco cardiometabólicos e sua associação com aterosclerose e inflamação crônica em adultos e idosos em florianópolis, Sul do Brasil / Clusters of cardiometabolic risk factors and their association with atherosclerosis and chronic inflammation among adults and elderly in florianópolis, Southern Brazil

Resumo Fundamento O aumento significativo de doenças cardiovasculares em países em desenvolvimento alerta sobre seu impacto em populações carentes. Objetivo Identificar a relação de agrupamentos de componentes da síndrome metabólica (SM) com aterosclerose e inflamação crônica em adultos e idosos. Métodos Análise transversal usando dados de dois estudos populacionais de tipo coorte realizados em Florianópolis, sul do Brasil (EpiFloripa Adult Cohort Study, n = 862, 39,9±11,5 anos; EpiFloripa Aging Cohort Study, n = 1197, 69,7±7,1 anos). Pressão arterial (PA), circunferência da cintura (CC), e níveis plasmáticos de lipídio e glicose foram analisados como fatores individuais ou como agrupamentos de componentes da SM (como número de componentes presentes em um indivíduo ou como combinações). Os desfechos incluíram espessura intima-media carotídea (EIMC), placas ateroscleróticas, e níveis de proteína C reativa (CRP). Regressão linear múltipla e regressão logística, ajustadas quanto aos fatores de confusão, foram usadas para análise. O nível de significância adotado foi de 5%. Resultados Indivíduos com PA e CC elevadas, dislipidemia e hiperglicemia (61,5%) apresentaram maiores valores de EIMC e PCR que aqueles que não apresentaram componentes de SM. CC elevada foi um determinante comum de inflamação sistêmica, ao passo que a coexistência de PA elevada e CC elevada (agrupamentos de dois ou três fatores) associou-se com maior EIMC (β entre +3,2 e +6,1 x 10-2 mm; p < 0,05) e PCR (EXPβ entre 2,18 e 2,77; p < 0,05). Conclusão A coexistência de PA e CC elevadas associou-se com maiores valores de EIMC e níveis de PCR. A obesidade central, isolada ou em combinação com outros fatores de risco, teve efeito sobre a inflamação sistêmica.

Abstract Background The significant increase in cardiovascular diseases in developing countries alerts about their impact on underprivileged populations. Objective To identify the relationship of clusters of metabolic syndrome (MS) components with atherosclerosis and chronic inflammation among adults and elderly. Methods Cross-sectional analysis using data from two population-based cohort studies in Florianópolis, Southern Brazil (EpiFloripa Adult Cohort Study, n = 862, 39.9±11.5 years; EpiFloripa Aging Cohort Study, n = 1197, 69.7±7.1 years). Blood pressure (BP), waist circumference (WC), and lipid and glucose levels were analyzed as individual factors or as clusters (either as the number of components present in an individual or as combinations of components). Outcomes included carotid intima-media thickness (IMT), atherosclerotic plaques, and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels. Multiple linear and logistic regression analyses adjusted for confounding factors were used. The statistical significance adopted was 5%. Results Individuals with high BP, elevated WC, dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia (6.1% of the sample) showed higher IMT and CRP than those negatives for all MetS components. Elevated WC was a common determinant of systemic inflammation, while the coexistence of high BP and elevated WC (clusters of two or three factors) was associated with higher IMT (β between +3.2 and +6.1 x 10-2 mm; p value < 0.05) and CRP (EXPβ between 2.18 and 2.77; p value < 0.05). Conclusion The coexistence of high BP and elevated WC was associated with increased IMT and CRP levels, but central obesity affected systemic inflammation either alone or in combination with other risk factors.

Associated factors with the isolated and simultaneous presence of overweight and abdominal obesity in adolescents / Fatores associados à presença isolada e simultânea de excesso de peso e obesidade abdominal em adolescentes

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated with excessive weight (EW), abdominal obesity (AO) and the simultaneous presence of EW and AO in adolescents from Southern Brazil. Methods: Cross-sectional study with 583 adolescents (11 to 17 years old) of Criciúma, Santa Catarina, Brazil. EW was assessed by body mass index (BMI) and AO by waist circumference (WC). The independent variables analyzed were gender, age, maternal schooling, balanced diet, physical activity, cigarette use, excessive alcohol use and screen time. Binary logistic regression was used to estimate Odds Ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CI). Results: Boys had 58% higher likelihood of having EW (OR 1.58; 95%CI 1.08-2.29; p<0.05). Younger age group (11 to 14 years) was directly associated with higher likelihood of EW (OR 6.07; 95%CI 4.05-9.11; p<0.05). Adolescents whose mothers had higher education had 75% more likelihood of having AO (OR 1.75; 95%CI 1.01-3.00; p<0.05). Higher likelihood for EW and AO (OR 1.84; 95%CI 1.01-3.34; p<0.05) was identified in younger adolescents (11 to 14 years). Conclusions: Boys and younger age (11 to 14 years) were associated with a higher likelihood of EW. Adolescents whose mothers studied nine years or more were more likely to have AO. The younger age group (11 to 14 years) was associated with greater chances for the simultaneous presence of EW and AO.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar os fatores sociodemográficos e do estilo de vida associados ao excesso de peso (EP), à obesidade abdominal (OA) e à presença simultânea de EP e OA em adolescentes do Sul do Brasil. Métodos: Estudo transversal de base escolar realizado com 583 adolescentes (11 a 17 anos) da cidade de Criciúma, Santa Catarina. O EP foi avaliado pelo índice de massa corpórea (IMC) e a OA, mediante perímetro da cintura (PC). As variáveis independentes analisadas foram sexo, idade, escolaridade materna, dieta balanceada, atividade física, uso de cigarro, uso de álcool em excesso e tempo de tela. Utilizou-se regressão logística binária para estimar as razões de chances (RC) e intervalos de confiança de 95% (IC95%). Resultados: Os meninos tiveram 58% de chances a mais de terem EP (RC 1,58; IC95% 1,08-2,29; p<0,05). Menor faixa etária (11 a 14 anos) foi diretamente associada a maiores chances de EP (RC 6,07; IC95% 4,05-9,11; p<0,05). Adolescentes cujas mães tinham maior escolaridade apresentaram 75% de chances a mais de terem OA (RC 1,75; IC95% 1,01-3,00; p<0,05). Maiores chances para a simultaneidade EP e OA (RC 1,84; IC95% 1,01-3,34; p<0,05) foram identificadas nos adolescentes de menor faixa etária (11 a 14 anos). Conclusões: Meninos e menor faixa etária (11 a 14 anos) estiveram associados a maiores chances para EP. Os adolescentes cujas mães estudaram nove anos ou mais apresentaram maiores chances de terem OA. Menor faixa etária (11 a 14 anos) esteve associada a maiores chances para a presença simultânea de EP e OA.

Association of flexibility with sociodemographic factors, physical activity, muscle strength, and aerobic fitness in adolescents from southern brazil / Associação da flexibilidade com fatores sociodemográficos, atividade física, força muscular e aptidão aeróbia em adolescentes do sul do brasil

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify sociodemographic, physical activity, and physical fitness factors associated with flexibility. Methods: Cross-sectional study with 909 adolescents (486 girls) aged 14 to 19 years from the city of São José, Santa Catarina, Brazil. To evaluate flexibility, we used the sit and reach test. Sociodemographic and physical activity data were collected by a self-administered questionnaire. We analyzed muscle strength with manual dynamometry. Aerobic fitness was assessed with the modified Canadian aerobic fitness test, and physical activity with a questionnaire. We used multiple linear regression to identify the variables associated with flexibility, with a significance level of 5%. Results: For each additional centimeter in the girls' levels of flexibility, the boys were 2.94 cm less flexible. In addition, the increment of 0.12 kg/force in muscle strength levels increased the levels of flexibility in 1 cm. Conclusions: Lower levels of flexibility were associated with male adolescents and with reduced strength levels.

RESMO Objetivo: Identificar os fatores sociodemográficos, de atividade física e da aptidão física associados à flexibilidade. Métodos: Estudo transversal com 909 adolescentes (486 meninas) de 14 a 19 anos da cidade de São José, Santa Catarina, Brasil. A flexibilidade foi avaliada por meio do teste de sentar e alcançar. Os dados sociodemográficos e de atividade física foram levantados por meio de questionário autoadministrado. A força muscular foi analisada por meio da dinamometria manual. A aptidão aeróbia foi analisada por meio do teste canadense modificado de aptidão aeróbia, enquanto a atividade física foi avaliada por questionário. Utilizou-se regressão linear múltipla para identificar as variáveis associadas à flexibilidade, com nível de significância de 5%. Resultados: Verificou-se que a cada centímetro a mais nos níveis de flexibilidade nas meninas, os meninos tiveram 2,94 cm a menos de flexibilidade. Ademais, o incremento de 0,12 kg/força nos níveis de força muscular aumentou em 1 cm os níveis de flexibilidade. Conclusões: Menores níveis de flexibilidade estiveram associados aos adolescentes do sexo masculino. Além disso, menores níveis de flexibilidade foram diretamente associados aos adolescentes que apresentavam menores níveis de força.

Associação da força muscular com fatores sociodemográficos e estilo de vida em adultos e idosos jovens no Sul do Brasil / The association between muscle strength and sociodemographic and lifestyle factors in adults and the younger segment of the older population in a city in the south of Brazil

Resumo A força muscular é necessária para realização de atividades diárias, sendo considerada marcador de saúde global. O objetivo deste estudo foi identificar os fatores sociodemográficos e do estilo de vida correlatos à força de preensão manual (FPM) em adultos e idosos jovens. Estudo de base populacional com delineamento transversal, realizado com 705 indivíduos, de 25 a 65 anos de idade, da cidade de Florianópolis, SC, Brasil. Analisou-se a FPM por meio do instrumento de dinamometria manual. Os dados sociodemográficos e do estilo de vida foram levantados por entrevista. Utilizou-se regressão linear múltipla para a identificação das variáveis preditoras da FPM. Mulheres e indivíduos mais velhos foram os fatores associados a menores valores de FPM. Além disso, ser ativo no lazer foi associado a maiores valores de FPM. Intervenções objetivando a manutenção dos níveis de FPM nos indivíduos devem considerar o envelhecimento e aqueles inativos e insuficientemente ativos fisicamente no lazer.

Abstract Adequate muscular strength is required to perform daily activitiesand is considered a marker of overall health. The aim of this study was to identify sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated with handgrip strength (HGS) in adults and the younger segment of the older population. A cross-sectional,population-based study was conducted with 705 individuals aged between 25 and 65 years in the city of Florianópolis, capital of the State of Santa Catarina, Brazil.HGS was assessed usinga manual hand dynamometer. Interviews were conducted with the participants to collect sociodemographic and lifestyle data.Multiple linear regressionwas performed to identify the predictors of HGS. The findings revealed that women and individuals from older age groups showed lower HGS, while being active during leisure time was associated with higher HGS.Interventions aimed at maintaining HGS levels in individuals should pay special consideration toaging and individuals who are physically inactive or insufficiently active during leisure time.

Sociodemographic and behavioral characteristics of obese students with sleep problems in Southern Brazil / Características sociodemográfi cas e comportamentais de escolares com obesidade e problemas de sono no Sul do Brasil

ABSTRACT Objective This study estimated the combined prevalence of insufficient number of hours of sleep per day and excess body adiposity among young students. The sociodemographic and behavioral characteristics associated with this concurrent health conditions were investigated. Methods This is a cross-sectional school-based study of 975 participants aged 11-14 years in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina state, Brazil. Body adiposity was assessed based on tricipital and subscapular skinfold measurements and classified according to Lohman. The total number of hours of sleep per day was reported by the students' parents/guardians, and it was classified as follows: as <8 hours per day and ≥8 hours per day. Data on sociodemographic characteristics, food consumption, and physical activity were collected using a self-administered questionnaire. The chi-square test and multinomial logistic regression with a 5% significance level were used to evaluate the association between the variables. Results The combined prevalence of insufficient number of hours of sleep per day and excess body adiposity was 25.1% (CI95%:20.7-29.9). The sociodemographic and behavioral factors predictive of these conditions were as follows: 13-14 year age group and household monthly income in the intermediate tertile. Conclusion The concurrent presence of insufficient sleep and excess body adiposity was found in a little more than a quarter of the students investigated. The population subgroups belonging to the 13-14 year age group and intermediate tertile of income were more likely to have concurrent insufficient number of hours of sleep per day and excess body adiposity.

RESUMO Objetivos Este trabalho estimou a prevalência conjunta de horas insuficientes de sono/dia e excesso de adiposidade corporal em escolares, bem como verificou as características sociodemográficas e comportamentais correlatas. Métodos Trata-se de estudo transversal de base escolar, realizado com 975 participantes de 11 a 14 anos de idade, em Florianópolis (SC). A adiposidade corporal foi avaliada por mensuração das dobras cutâneas tricipital e subescapular, sendo classificada segundo Lohman. O total de horas de sono/dia foi relatado pelos pais/respon-sáveis dos escolares, e posteriormente classificado em <8 horas por dia e ≥8 horas por dia. Os dados de condições sociodemográficas, consumo alimentar e atividade física foram levantados por questionário autopreenchível. Utilizou-se o teste Qui-quadrado e a regressão logística multinomial, com nível de significância de 5% para avaliação das associações. Resultados A prevalência conjunta de horas insuficientes de sono/dia e excesso de adiposidade corporal foi de 25,1% (IC95%:20,7-29,9). Os fatores sociodemográficos e comportamentais preditores a essa condição foram faixa etária de 13 a 14 anos e renda mensal no tercil intermediário. Conclusão O estudo concluiu que pouco mais de um quarto dos estudantes apresentou, concomitantemente, horas insuficientes de sono/dia e excesso de adiposidade corporal. Os subgrupos populacionais pertencentes à faixa etária entre 13 e 14 anos e ao tercil intermediário de renda foram mais propícios a apresentar simultaneamente horas insuficientes de sono/dia e excesso de adiposidade corporal.

Diversity of parameters in the muscle strength evaluation of Brazilian school children and adolescents: a systematic review / Diversidade de parâmetros na avaliação da força muscular de crianças e adolescentes escolares brasileiros: revisão sistemática

Abstract Muscle strength (MS) is considered important indicative of global health regardless of age or clinical condition. The aim of this study was to summarize evidence from research carried out in Brazil that investigated MS in school children and adolescents, showing the objectives, tests, protocols and quantitative of youngsters who met the health criteria for MS. Systematic review conducted in the PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Sportdiscus, LILACS and Scielo databases, with complementary searches in reference lists. In all articles, the risk of bias was analyzed. Of the 15,609 articles initially identified, 27 were included, comprising data from 29,604 children and adolescents. The 27 studies included presented moderate (37%) and low risk of bias (63%). Three out of four studies investigating MS in children and adolescents were carried out in southern and southeastern Brazil (77.7%). It was found that 65.9% of boys and 58.2% of girls had adequate levels of MS for health, with results varying from 14.8% to 66.0% in girls and from 20.4% to 76.9% in boys. Several MS measurement protocols were identified; however, horizontal jump was the most used test to evaluate MS (59.2%). MS is a physical valence searched in children and adolescents and a variety of protocols are used. In addition, it is necessary to propose MS cutoff points based on health criteria for the accurate estimation of this physical valence in children and adolescents in Brazil.

Resumo A força muscular (FM) é considerada importante indicativo de saúde global independentemente da idade ou condição clínica. Objetivou-se sumarizar as evidências originárias de pesquisas realizadas no Brasil que investigaram FM em crianças e adolescentes escolares, evidenciando os objetivos, testes, protocolos e o quantitativo de jovens que atenderam os critérios de saúde para FM. Revisão sistemática conduzida nas bases de dados PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Sportdiscus, LILACS e Scielo, com buscas complementares em listas de referência. Em todos os artigos, o risco de viés foi analisado. Dos 15.609 artigos inicialmente identificados, 27 foram incluídos, compreendendo dados de 29.604 crianças e adolescentes. Os 27 estudos inclusos apresentaram moderado (37%) e baixo risco de viés (63%). Três a cada quatro estudos que investigaram FM em crianças e adolescentes foram provenientes de estados da região sul e sudeste do Brasil (77,7%). Foi encontrado que 65,9% de meninos e 58,2% de meninas apresentavam níveis adequados de FM para saúde, com resultados variando de 14,8% a 66,0% nas meninas e de 20,4% a 76,9% nos meninos. Diversos protocolos para mensurar FM foram identificados, contudo, o salto horizontal foi o teste mais empregado para avaliar a FM (59,2%). A FM é uma valência física pesquisada em crianças e adolescentes e uma variedade de protocolos são utilizados. Ainda, se faz necessário a proposição de pontos de corte para FM baseados em critérios de saúde para a acurada estimativa dessa valência física em crianças e adolescentes do Brasil.

Clusters of negative health-related physical fitness indicators and associated factors in adolescents / Combinação de indicadores negativos da aptidão física e fatores associados em adolescentes

Abstract Inadequate levels in health-related physical fitness components are associated with early cardiovascular mortality in adult life. The aim of this study was to analyze the association between clusters of negative physical fitness indicators with sociodemographic and lifestyle variables in adolescents. The survey was conducted with 866 students (14-19 years) from public schools of São José, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Aerobic fitness was assessed by the modified Canadian aerobic fitness test; muscle strength was measured by handgrip dynamometer; flexibility was assessed by the sit-and-reach test; body fat was measured by the sum of triceps and subscapular skinfolds. Sociodemographic and lifestyle variables were verified by questionnaire. The simultaneity of behaviors was evaluated by the ratio between observed and expected prevalence of inadequate physical fitness levels. The combination of negative physical fitness indicators was analyzed through multinomial logistic regression. The prevalence observed for the simultaneity of four negative physical fitness indicators was 30% higher than expected. Female adolescents were more susceptible to the presence of two, three and four negative physical fitness indicators. Adolescents who presented risk behavior in relation to screen time were more likely to present one, three and four negative physical fitness indicators. Female gender and risk behavior in relation to screen time were factors associated with the simultaneity of negative physical fitness indicators.

Resumo Níveis inadequados nos componentes da aptidão física relacionada à saúde estão associados à mortalidade cardiovascular precoce na vida adulta. Objetivou-se analisar a associação entre a combinação de indicadores negativos da aptidão física com variáveis sociodemográficas e do estilo de vida em adolescentes. Pesquisa realizada com 866 estudantes (14-19 anos) de escolas públicas de São José, Santa Catarina, Brasil. A aptidão aeróbia foi avaliada pelo teste canadense modificado de aptidão aeróbia; a força muscular foi mensurada por dinamômetro de preensão manual; a flexibilidade foi avaliada pelo teste de sentar e alcançar; a gordura corporal foi mensurada pelo somatório das dobras cutâneas do tríceps e subescapular. Variáveis sociodemográficas e do estilo de vida foram verificadas por questionário. A simultaneidade de comportamentos foi avaliada pela razão entre a prevalência observada e a esperada de níveis inadequados de aptidão física. A combinação de indicadores negativos da aptidão física foi analisada por meio de regressão logística multinomial. A prevalência observada para a simultaneidade de quatro indicadores negativos da aptidão física foi 30% maior que a esperada. Adolescentes do sexo feminino foram mais suscetíveis a presença de dois, três e quatro indicadores negativos da aptidão física. Adolescentes que apresentavam comportamento de risco em relação ao tempo de tela tiveram maiores chances de apresentar um, três e quatro indicadores negativos da aptidão física. Sexo feminino e comportamento de risco em relação ao tempo de tela foram os fatores associados a simultaneidade de indicadores negativos da aptidão física.

Comparison of lumbar force between pubertal and post-pubertal adolescents: interference of physical growth, body fat and lifestyle

Abstract Aim: To compare performance in the lumbar force test in pubertal and post-pubertal adolescents by controlling the interference of physical growth, body fat, screen time and physical activity. Methods: A cross-sectional study with 933 adolescents (492 girls) aged 14-19 from the city of São José, Brazil. Lumbar strength was assessed using the isometric lumbar extension test proposed by the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology. Sexual maturation was classified according to Tanner's criteria. Physical growth variables (age, body weight, stature, BMI), body fat (triceps and subscapular skinfolds), sedentary behavior based on screen time and overall physical activity were controlled in the Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA), with a significance level of 5%. Results: Post-pubertal boys presented higher lumbar force compared to pubertal ones only when interference of BMI, body fat, screen time and physical activity was controlled. Pubertal girls presented higher lumbar force compared to post-pubertal ones, both when controlling the analysis for the studied variables and when not controlled by them. Conclusion: BMI, body fat, screen time and physical activity interfere in the difference in lumbar strength of boys, in which post-pubertal boys presented better performance in lumbar force compared to pubertal ones. Regardless of interference or not of these variables, pubertal girls presented better performance in lumbar force when compared to post-pubertal ones.

Association between different contexts of physical activity and abdominal obesity and excess weight in adolescents

Abstract Aim: To investigate the association between different contexts of physical activity (school commuting, participation in Physical Education classes, school recess, physical activity to improve muscular strength / endurance and overall physical activity) with abdominal obesity and excess weight in adolescents. Method: Cross-sectional study with 1,132 adolescents (14-19 years), enrolled in public schools in São José, Brazil. Information regarding the contexts of physical activity was obtained through questionnaires. The anthropometric indicators used to identify excess weight and abdominal obesity were body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference (WC). Binary logistic regression was used to estimate the odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (95% CI). Results: Adolescents who actively commuted to school for 10 minutes or longer were 36% less likely (OR: 0.64, 95% CI: 0.58 a 0.71) of having abdominal obesity investigated by WC and 25% less likely (OR: 0.75, 95% CI: 0.65 a 0.86) of having excess weight investigated by means of BMI. The other physical activity contexts were not associated with anthropometric indicators. Conclusion: Active commuting to school was associated with lower odds of having abdominal obesity and excess weight in adolescents. Thus, active commuting to school can be an alternative for maintaining adequate levels of body composition.

Presença simultânea de excesso de peso e horas de sono insuficientes em adolescentes: prevalência e fatores correlatos / Simultaneous presence of excess weight and insufficient hours of sleep in adolescents: prevalence and related factors

INTRODUCTION: An increase in excess body fat and a decrease in the number of hours of sleep per day are health problems affecting the paediatric population. OBJECTIVE: To estimate the combined prevalence of overweight and insufficient sleep/day in adolescents, and the association with sociodemographic characteristics, physical activity and sedentary behaviour. METHODS: A cross-sectional school-based study was conducted with 1,132 participants from 14 to 19 years old in São José, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Body fat was assessed by body mass index (BMI) and classified by the Z-score, while adolescents reported the total hours of sleep/day. Sociodemographic data, physical activity and sedentary behaviour were collected by self-filled questionnaire. RESULTS: The simultaneous prevalence of overweight and insufficient sleep/day was 17.5%. The factors associated with this condition were to meet the recommendations of the practice of physical activity per week, participate in gym class twice/week and period greater/equal to four hours/day in front of the screen. CONCLUSION: Guidelines in the school environment in relation to health problems posed by weight excess and the amount of insufficient hours sleep can be present when recommendations on physical activity and sedentary behaviour are given to students.

INTRODUÇÃO: O aumento do excesso de gordura corporal e a diminuição do número de horas de sono/dia são agravos à saúde que atingem a população pediátrica. OBJETIVO: Estimar a prevalência combinada de excesso de peso e horas de sono/dia insuficientes em adolescentes, e verificar a associação com características sociodemográficas, de atividade física e comportamento sedentário. MÉTODO: Estudo transversal de base escolar, realizado com 1.132 participantes de 14 a 19 anos de idade, em São José, Brasil. A gordura corporal foi avaliada pelo Índice de Massa Corporal (IMC) e classificado por meio do escore-Z, enquanto o total de horas de sono/dia foi relatado pelos adolescentes. Os dados sociodemográficos, de atividade física e comportamento sedentário foram levantados por questionário autopreenchível. RESULTADOS: A prevalência simultânea de excesso de peso e horas de sono/dia insuficientes foi de 17,5%. Os fatores associados a esta condição foram atender as recomendações de prática de atividade física semanal, participar da aula de educação física duas vezes/semana e período maior/igual a quatro horas/dia em frente a tela. CONCLUSÃO: Orientações no ambiente escolar em relação aos problemas à saúde acarretados pelo excesso de peso e pela quantidade de horas de sono insuficientes podem se fazer presentes quando recomendações sobre atividade física e comportamento sedentário forem dadas aos estudantes.