Physical Activity of Poles in the Care for Their Health Potential Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The aim of this study is to present the engagement of adult Poles in physical activity (PA) before and during the coronavirus pandemic, taking into consideration: frequency, duration, and types of the activity, depending on the gender and age of the participants.

Methods

The study was conducted using an online survey questionnaire. A total of 688 residents of Poland aged 18 to 58 (28.61 ± 9.5) y participated in the study.

Results

A statistically significant decrease in the frequency of PA was noted in the group of men (P = 0.0001) and in the age group of 39 to 58 y old. The analysis of the duration of a single PA before and during the pandemic has shown a statistically significant reduction in the workout time among both men and women and across all

SUBMITTER: Zaworski K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7889839 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature