The association between healthy walking and COVID-19 symptom severity: A cross-sectional study on the first peak following China's prevention policy change.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Healthy walking is a moderate aerobic exercise with a step frequency of more than 100 steps per minute. This study aims to assess the impact of Healthy Walking, a novel form of physical activity, on the severity and course of COVID-19 among patients aged from 18 to 65 years old.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included 1,128 adult participants who completed the questionnaire after recovering from the first wave of COVID-19 infections following China`s modification of its prevention policy. The survey questions included their health status when suffering from COVID-19, basic sociodemographic data, and medical history concerning chronic conditions and lifestyle. A multiple logistic regression model and linear regression model were used to evaluate the dependent v

SUBMITTER: Xia W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12016432 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature