The association between weekend warrior physical activity pattern and anxiety: evidence from a U.S. population-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study investigates the association between the Weekend Warrior (WW) pattern and the risk of anxiety among American adults, offering insights into a more flexible exercise strategy for individuals with limited time for regular exercise during weekdays.

Methods

We analyzed data from the 2007-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) to examine the relationship between different physical activity (PA) patterns and the risk of anxiety. Multivariate logistic regression, subgroup interaction, restricted cubic spline analysis (RCS), and sensitivity analyses were conducted to assess this association.

Results

Compared to inactive individuals, those engaging in WW pattern (OR = 0.65, 95% CI: 0.48-0.90, p = 0.010), insufficiently active (OR = 

SUBMITTER: Chen Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11863453 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature