Key result
Applying 12 different physical activity recommendations to the same objective data resulted in the proportion of middle-aged men classified as active ranging from 11% to 98%, demonstrating very poor agreement (ICC 0.24).
Why the study?
Do different physical activity recommendations similarly classify middle-aged men as sufficiently active for general health?
Cross-Sectional (n=90)
No
Do different physical activity recommendations similarly classify middle-aged men as sufficiently active for general health?
Effect estimate: ICC 0.24 (95% CI 0.15 to 0.34)
The classification of physical activity status varies enormously depending on the specific recommendation applied, highlighting the need for standardized and consistent guidelines.
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Different PA guidelines warrant cautious interpretation for classifying activity status; leaves open the need for standardized, validated thresholds in research.
Thompson et al. (2009) conducted a cross-sectional in Healthy adults (n=90). Physical activity recommendations was evaluated on Absolute agreement between 12 physical activity recommendations for classifying physical activity status (ICC 0.24, 95% CI 0.15 to 0.34). Applying 12 different physical activity recommendations to the same objective data resulted in the proportion of middle-aged men classified as active ranging from 11% to 98%, demonstrating very poor agreement (ICC 0.24).
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