Sedentary behaviors (SB) are characterized by low energy expenditure while in a sitting or
reclining posture. Evidence relevant to understanding the physiology of SB can be derived …

summary Background Sedentary behavior and physical inactivity may increase the risk of
obesity. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate: i) the …

Background Two related lifestyle behaviors associated with sleep disturbance are sedentary
behavior and physical exercise participation. We aimed to use a population-based study to …

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a cluster of cardiometabolic risk factors with high prevalence
among adult populations and elevated costs for public health systems worldwide. Despite …

To assess whether changes in physical activity and sedentary behaviour during the COVID-
19 lockdown are associated with changes in mental and physical health. Observational …

Background For optimal health benefits, the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for
Children and Youth (aged 5–17 years) recommend an achievement of high levels of …

Background: It is unclear what level of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity
(MVPA) offsets the health risks of sitting. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to …

Background The association between physical activity, sedentary behavior and health-
related quality of life in children and adolescents has been mostly investigated in those …

People with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depressive
disorder) die up to 15 years prematurely due to chronic somatic comorbidities. Sedentary …

Background The prominence of sedentary behavior research in health science has grown
rapidly. With this growth there is increasing urgency for clear, common and accepted …