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INTRODUCTION: Previous studies have reported an association between participation in school-based sports clubs or athletic activities during adolescence and the prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases in adulthood. To our knowledge, no studies have directly examined the relationship between enjoyment of physical education during school years and the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in adulthood. This study investigates the association between enjoyment of physical education during school years and the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in adulthood. METHODS: Anonymous survey responses were obtained from a social research company for 3,010 individuals aged 18–64 years. After excluding respondents with missing or invalid data, 2,738 participants were included in the final analysis. Participants were categorized into four groups (dislike, somewhat dislike, somewhat like, and like) according to their enjoyment of physical education during elementary, middle, and high school. Odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for the prevalence of diabetes were obtained using binary logistic regression models after adjusting for age and sex. RESULTS: 125 participants had diabetes. Regarding the enjoyment of physical education during elementary school, using the “dislike” group as reference, ORs (95% CIs) for “somewhat dislike” group were 0.71 (0.42–1.20), 0.80 (0.49–1.28) for “somewhat like” group, and 0.81 (0.49–1.35) for “like” group, respectively (P for trend = 0.41). Similar patterns were observed in middle, and high school. CONCLUSION: No clear association was observed between enjoyment of physical education during school years and the prevalence of diabetes in adulthood.
Read CV DONG WANGECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH06
INTRODUCTION: Anthropometric measurements have traditionally been obtained using manual techniques to assess human body dimensions. However, advancements in digital technology now enable more efficient and comprehensive assessments through three-dimensional (3D) body scanning systems. These systems generate extensive anthropometric data in a substantially shorter time compared to conventional methods [1–2]. Despite their advantages, such technologies remain underutilized in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, this study aimed to determine body composition, body circumferences, and related health indices using a 3D body scanner in a sample of Saudi men and women. METHODS: This cross-sectional study included 168 participants (mean ± standard deviation [SD]: age 35.5 ± 8.2 years; body mass index [BMI] 28.1 ± 5.9 kg/m²). Of these, 106 were men (weight 84.7 ± 16.2 kg; height 172.2 ± 7.3 cm; BMI 28.6 ± 5.5 kg/m²) and 62 were women (weight 69.1 ± 18.9 kg; height 159.0 ± 6.3 cm; BMI 27.2 ± 6.6 kg/m²). Body composition and circumferential measurements were obtained using the Fit3D ProScanner, a 3D body scanner equipped with multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analysis and a three-camera system utilizing structured light scanning technology. Each scan required approximately 40 seconds, after which data were transmitted via a secure cloud-based platform to dedicated scanner software for analysis. Height was additionally measured using a calibrated digital stadiometer (Seca 286) to the nearest 0.5 cm. RESULTS: The mean body fat percentage was 29.1 ± 7.5% in men and 33.6 ± 7.3% in women. The prevalence of obesity, defined as body fat percentage ≥25% in men and ≥32% in women, was 75.1% and 66.9%, respectively. Obesity was significantly more prevalent in men than in women (p < 0.001). Men exhibited significantly higher anthropometric measurements compared to women, including neck circumference (39.3 ± 2.9 cm vs. 32.7 ± 3.9 cm), mid-upper arm circumference (34.5 ± 4.8 cm vs. 31.4 ± 6.2 cm), waist circumference (91.9 ± 12.7 cm vs. 80.7 ± 15.9 cm), and hip circumference (109.3 ± 9.2 cm vs. 107.7 ± 15.3 cm). Similarly, derived health indices were higher in men than in women, including neck-to-height ratio (0.229 ± 0.018 vs. 0.206 ± 0.025), waist-to-hip ratio (0.84 ± 0.07 vs. 0.75 ± 0.07), and waist-to-height ratio (0.55 ± 0.08 vs. 0.51 ± 0.09). CONCLUSION: The prevalence of obesity, as assessed using three-dimensional optical scanning technology, was notably high among Saudi men and women in this sample. Several anthropometric and derived health indices exceeded established reference values. These findings underscore the urgent need for effective public health strategies aimed at reducing overweight and obesity, including the implementation of comprehensive national obesity prevention programs. REFERENCES: 1. Tinsley, Grant M et al. European journal of clinical nutrition vol. 74,7 (2020): 1054-1064. 2. Heymsfield, Steven B et al. European journal of clinical nutrition vol. 72,5 (2018): 680-687.
Read CV Mohammad AlahmadiECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH06
INTRODUCTION: The high prevalence of overweight and obesity among college students is a significant public health challenge. Although exercise and dietary interventions are effective in controlled settings, their real‑world efficacy is often limited by poor long‑term adherence. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a novel university course that systematically integrates core Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) to improve body composition and fitness in overweight/obese college students. METHODS: In this real‑world single‑arm prospective study, 177 overweight/obese students (135 male, 42 female) participated in a 16‑week university course intervention explicitly designed around evidence‑based BCTs. Core BCTs included goal setting (personalized weight and exercise targets), self‑monitoring (recording diet and physical activity via WeChat groups), social support (peer supervision in small teams), personalized feedback (biweekly from researchers), and incentives (course credits for adherence and outcomes). Body composition (weight, BMI, body fat percentage, waist circumference) and health‑related fitness (cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength) were assessed pre‑ and post‑intervention. Paired t‑tests were used to analyze changes. RESULTS: After the 16‑week intervention, participants achieved a significant mean weight loss of –6.09 ± 9.61 kg (P < 0.001), along with significant reductions in BMI (–1.89 ± 2.53 kg/m²), body fat percentage (–1.85 ± 4.44%), and waist circumference (–6.07 ± 10.09 cm) (all P < 0.001). Significant improvements were also observed in cardiorespiratory endurance and muscular strength (both P < 0.001). Overall physical activity levels increased substantially (P < 0.001). The intervention demonstrated excellent feasibility with an adherence rate exceeding 90%. CONCLUSION: A 16‑week university course integrating evidence‑based BCTs is an effective and feasible strategy for achieving significant weight loss and improving health outcomes among overweight/obese college students in real‑world settings. This scalable model offers a practical blueprint for embedding effective health promotion within higher education curricula.
Read CV Xiaoyuan ZhangECSS Paris 2023: CP-MH06