The association of Step-based metrics and adiposity in the Hispanic community Health Study/Study of Latinos.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Examine cross-sectional and longitudinal associations of accelerometer measured step volume (steps/day) and cadence with adiposity and six-year changes in adiposity in the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL).

Methods

HCHS/SOL's target population was 60% female with a mean age of 41 years. Cross-sectional (n = 12,353) and longitudinal analyses (n = 9,077) leveraged adjusted complex survey regression models to examine associations between steps/day, and cadence with weight (kg), waist circumference (cm) and body mass index (kg/m²). Effect measure modification by covariates was examined.

Results

Lower steps/day and intensity was associated with higher adiposity at baseline. Compared to those in the highest quartile of steps/da

SUBMITTER: Schilsky S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8684028 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature