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Physical Activity Level, Anthropometric and Cardiovascular Profile Among Students in Sergipe State Attending Public Schools
Azevêdo, Luan Morais; Santos, Lucas Souza; Pardono, Emerson; Almeida, Jeeser Alves; Menezes, Aldemir Smith.
  • Azevêdo, Luan Morais; Universidade de São Paulo. Escola de Educação Física e Esporte. São Paulo. BR
  • Santos, Lucas Souza; Universidade Federal de Sergipe. Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física. São Cristóvão. BR
  • Pardono, Emerson; Universidade Federal de Sergipe. Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física. São Cristóvão. BR
  • Almeida, Jeeser Alves; Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Saúde e Desenvolvimento. Campo Grande. BR
  • Menezes, Aldemir Smith; Universidade Federal de Sergipe. Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação Física. São Cristóvão. BR
Int. j. cardiovasc. sci. (Impr.) ; 34(3): 255-261, May-June 2021. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1250106
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Abstract Background Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality among adults. Evidence has shown that sedentary behaviors are the main preventable outcome, however, many sedentary children also become sedentary adults. Therefore, identifying potential risk factors as early as possible contributes to therapeutic success. Objective To achieve an anthropometric and cardiovascular mapping of school-age students from Sergipe State, Brazil. Methods A school-based cross-sectional study with a representative sample from public schools in the state of Sergipe (n= 4700). Anthropometric and blood pressure measurements were performed, and the Global School-based Student Health Survey was used to assess the physical activity level. An independent samples t-test was performed for all comparisons, and significance was established at 5% (p<0.05). Results Despite showing mean blood pressure values within reasonable limits (SBP = 114.1±12.4 mm Hg and DBP = 66.3±8.1 mm Hg), school-age students did not comply with global recommendations for health promotion. It was also observed a high rate of low body weight (42.6%), suggesting dietary compromises, which can interfere with the development of this population. In addition, only 7.3% of students met the minimum physical activity criteria proposed for maintaining their health status. Conclusion The findings of the present study emphasize the importance of maintaining Physical Education classes as an essential curricular component, since they provide several health benefits and ensure that this population reaches the minimum daily recommendations, preventing diseases in adult life. (Int J Cardiovasc Sci. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)
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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Exercise / Student Health / Heart Disease Risk Factors Type of study: Etiology study / Practice guideline / Observational study / Prevalence study / Prognostic study Limits: Adolescent / Adult / Female / Humans / Male Country/Region as subject: South America / Brazil Language: English Journal: Int. j. cardiovasc. sci. (Impr.) Journal subject: Cardiology Year: 2021 Type: Article Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Universidade Federal de Sergipe/BR / Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul/BR / Universidade de São Paulo/BR

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Full text: Available Index: LILACS (Americas) Main subject: Exercise / Student Health / Heart Disease Risk Factors Type of study: Etiology study / Practice guideline / Observational study / Prevalence study / Prognostic study Limits: Adolescent / Adult / Female / Humans / Male Country/Region as subject: South America / Brazil Language: English Journal: Int. j. cardiovasc. sci. (Impr.) Journal subject: Cardiology Year: 2021 Type: Article Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Universidade Federal de Sergipe/BR / Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul/BR / Universidade de São Paulo/BR