Cross-sectional study shows meeting physical activity guidelines improves systolic blood pressure and lipid profile in adolescents with obesity, suggesting a strategy for better health.
Key Points
This research examines the effects of meeting physical activity guidelines on cardiometabolic health in adolescents with varying weight status.
Cross-sectional study involving 353 adolescents from São José, Brazil
Data collected through self-reported questionnaires about physical activity
Adherence to guidelines assessed against WHO criteria for weight status
Multiple linear regression models used to analyze associations
Meeting aerobic activity guidelines linked to lower systolic blood pressure by 3.2 mmHg
Adolescents with obesity experienced reduced waist circumference by 5.11 cm
Lipid profile improved, with total cholesterol decreasing by 2.4 mg/dL