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169 Strategies for recruitment of adolescent girls into physical activity programmes: a systematic review
Authors: O’Brien Tanya , Darker Catherine , Mockler David , Barrett Emer 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Physical activity is essential for youth physical and mental health, yet just 15% of adolescent girls worldwide meet the World Health Organization guideline of 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day. A persistent challenge faced by physical activity providers, however, is recruiting adolescent girls into their programmes. This review aims to provide quantitative evidence-based recommendations for optimal recruitment practices for this cohort.

Methods
Five electronic databases were searched (Embase, Medline, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library – Central Trial Registry) including database-specific terms, truncations, and synonyms combining ‘adolescent females’, ‘recruitment’, and ‘physical activity’ to identify randomised controlled trials of physical activity interventions for adolescent girls worldwide. Hand searches of references were also conducted. Data was extracted regarding study, participant, and intervention characteristics, pre-determined recruitment goals, recruitment strategies employed, and the number of participants screened, eligible, approached, randomised, and retained. Outcomes included whether recruitment goals were met, recruitment rate, and any revised recruitment measures implemented mid-study.

Results
After removal of duplicates (n = 71), 5460 articles were screened by title and abstract independently by two reviewers. 70 full-text articles were screened by two reviewers, resulting in 26 included studies. Preliminary analysis showed that most physical activity programmes were school-based (76.4%), multicomponent (65.4%), and designed based on behaviour change theories (80.8%). All studies employed multiple recruitment strategies such as distributing information to eligible students in schools (14 studies), researchers presenting directly to eligible students at their school (10), teachers assisting with recruitment (6), providing small gifts, vouchers, or the ability to earn awards for participation (5 each), and posting flyers in schools (4). The mean recruitment rate for adolescent girls into physical activity randomised controlled trials was 60.4% (SD = 26.94), with high variability (23.6%-99.2%). Ongoing analysis will provide regression results regarding the effectiveness of recruitment strategies employed and their impact on recruitment outcomes.

Conclusions
Application of the findings of this review by physical activity programme providers may enhance their recruitment processes, potentially increasing teenage girls’ physical activity enrolment worldwide.

Funding
This research was funded by the Irish Research Council and the Dublin City Sport & Wellbeing Partnership through the Enterprise Partnership Scheme.
234 Unraveling the Link: How Emotional Self-Regulation and Procrastination Affect Physical Activity
Authors: Herzog-Krzywoszanska Radoslawa , Krzywoszanski Lukasz , Potoczny Wiktor 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Physical activity has been widely recognized as crucial for promoting optimal physical health, mental well-being, and social functioning. Given its significant impact on overall quality of life, it is essential to identify factors that may hinder engagement in regular physical activity. This study aims to explore the relationship between emotional self-regulation, general procrastination, physical activity procrastination, and physical activity levels among adults. Understanding these mechanisms can inform the development of interventions aimed at increasing physical activity engagement and ultimately promoting overall health and well-being.

Methods
186 adults from general population participated in an online survey. They completed questionnaires assessing emotional self-regulation, general procrastination, and physical activity procrastination. Physical activity level was measured based on self-reported average weekly exercise minutes over the past year. Participants were then categorized into four activity levels according to the World Health Organization’s guidelines for physical activity and sedentary behavior.

Results
Our results showed that lower levels of emotional self-regulation were significantly associated with lower levels of physical activity. Furthermore, this relationship was serially mediated by both general procrastination and physical activity procrastination. Specifically, individuals with lower levels of emotional self-regulation had a greater tendency to engage in general procrastination, which subsequently increased their tendency to delay or avoid physically active behaviors. As a result, these individuals had lower overall engagement in regular exercise or training.

Conclusions
The results suggest that emotional self-regulation plays a critical role in influencing procrastination and physical activity. Lower levels of self-regulation affect this indirectly through increased tendencies toward both general and specific form of procrastination related to engaging in physically active behaviors. These findings highlight the importance of targeting interventions aimed at improving emotional self-regulation skills to reduce procrastination and increase physical activity, thereby promoting healthier lifestyles and well-being. Future research should explore potential strategies to effectively address these barriers while promoting long-term adherence to physically active behaviors.
119 Addressing inequalities in participation: Developing an inclusive sport and physical activity system across Wales, UK
Authors: Crone Diane , Cavill Nick , Bolton Nicola , Sellars Paul , Dickson Tabitha 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Sport and physical activity participation rates remain low and are particularly apparent in areas of deprivation, among girls and women, those with a disability and minority ethnic populations. In collaboration with Sport Wales (the Welsh Government sponsored body for sport in Wales), this project seeks to facilitate the development of an inclusive sport and physical activity system. Its aim is to identify key organisations and potential leaders where participation in sport and physical activity is low and engage them in finding solutions to these challenges. A specific objective of the project is to use insight and engagement from under-represented groups to drive physical activity and sport participation, amongst children and young people, forwards.

Project description
The project, undertaken in two phases, was commissioned by Sport Wales. It commenced in September 2023 and is due to finish in late 2024.
Phase one includes a social network analysis via an online survey to map the existing sport and physical activity network in Wales. Both a formal and informal distribution strategy for the survey was adopted. The survey seeks to ensure sufficient responses to map the network of key stakeholders and identify previously unknown organisations and individuals. The mapping should enhance our understanding of the current network and identify potential new leaders.
Phase two includes the development of a national stakeholder engagement group, made up of the organisations and individuals identified in phase one. This group will act as an advisory group to Sport Wales and produce an engagement plan to inform more effective strategies to target inequalities and under-representation in sport and physical activity participation. A process evaluation is embedded into the project.

Conclusions and implications
Identifying the organisations and leaders in sport and physical activity in areas where participation is low, and actively engaging them in a leadership group reflects a new approach. It demonstrates a commitment by a national organisation to foster collaboration and seek alternative solutions. The project has the potential to be innovative by developing new ways of working and providing solutions to address ongoing and significant challenges in sport and physical activity participation.
232 Enhance active ageing by promoting appropriate lifestyles through the endorsement of healthy behaviours in an ageing Region
Authors: Pagani Laura , Del Fabbro Tiziana , Sandrin Luana , Zamaro Gianna , Del Bianco Rizzardo Alessia 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
The project “Friuli Venezia Giulia in Movimento, 10000 passi di salute” (Friuli Venezia Giulia (FVG) Region on the move, 10000 healthy steps) commenced in January 2019 with financial support from the FVG Region with the organizational support of a regional association (Federsanità ANCI FVG). The project’s primary objective is to engage municipalities, in collaboration with organized and spontaneous associations, in implementing initiatives to promote physical activity in an accessible manner for all citizens. This is achieved through funding to promote pedestrian paths in municipalities that have chosen to participate, as well as walking leader courses and gentle exercise activities for the elderly. The project involves subjects at different governance levels: region, the regional association, Municipalities, citizens’ associations, and citizens.

Project or policy description
Currently, 91 municipalities (42% of the FVG Region) are participating in the project, with 82 pedestrian paths covering a total length of over 400 km now open. Specifically, 52% of individuals over 65 and 56% of those under 15 will benefit from the activities organized along these paths. Additionally, two editions of walking leader courses have been conducted along the project’s pedestrian paths, with 500 participants, and two editions of gentle exercise activities for the elderly have been held in 19 municipalities, involving over 1150 individuals. Many Municipalities have also organized walks along the project’s pedestrian paths, often accompanied by cultural events. Traditional and social media channels have prioritised communication and dissemination of project initiatives. Furthermore, numerous citizen meetings have been convened to introduce the projects and related initiatives. The project has been continuously evaluated, with activity results documented in reports. The evaluation involves different phases and all the actors that the project is intended for with various tools: it is, therefore, a multilevel evaluation.

Conclusions
The project has significantly impacted promoting active ageing through various activities, including physical exercise, social engagement, well-being enhancement, and local area awareness. Given their conformation (flat and without particular obstacles), the regional tourism agency has promoted the pedestrian paths of the project within the context of slow, sustainable, and inclusive tourism.
76 Defining Social Prescribing Within a Physical Activity Context
Authors: Nielsen Rasmus , Sandell Jacobsen Julie , Andelius Dea Kejlberg , Jessen Nanna Holt , Rasmussen Lene Gissel , Skjerning Halfdan Thorsø , Simonsen Nina Sjørup , Skejø Sebastian , Bueno Solvej Videbæk , Ryom Knud , Kallestrup Per , Christensen Jeanette 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Social prescribing involves linking citizens with non-medical services and support within their community to enhance their health and well-being. In social prescribing, referring citizens to physical activities are often emphasized, probably due to their already existing availability within most communities. Various definitions of social prescribing exist in the scientific literature. Since then, a call for constructive criticism and incorporation of unique perspectives from different contexts was made as it was acknowledged that the definition of social prescribing will evolve over time, including within the domain of physical activity. On this basis, the purpose of the present study was to develop a definition of social prescribing within a physical activity context.

Methods
Based on previous consensus-based and non-consensus-based definitions of social prescribing published in scientific journals (n = 3), the authors (n = 12) of the present abstract co-produced a new definition of social prescribing within the context of physical activity based on face-to-face meetings and correspondence.

Results
The new definition of social prescribing reads: “Social prescribing in a physical activity context has the overall goal of contributing to health and well-being through a process of trusted entities (e.g. GPs) referring individuals directly or through a link worker to groups that are physically active and that support social belongingness”. In this definition, the individual has medial or non-medical needs and is therefore in need of help from trusted entities. Trusted entities can be, but are not limited to: family, friends, health professionals, authorities, job-center personel and patient associations. Link workers are knowledgeable about the possibilities of physical activity in the local area and they support the individual in a co-creating manner to find the best fitting activity. Social belongingness is essential, meaning that the physical activity is not carried out on one’s own, but together with others, thereby supporting physical, mental and social well-being, including the need to belong.

Conclusion
Given the rapid scaling and rollout of social prescribing globally, we hope this definition serves as a complementary contribution to the field of social prescribing by helping to build a common understanding of social prescribing within the field of physical activity.
235 Diagnostic Qualities of the Short Form of the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency for Low Motor Competence
Authors: Šeflová Iva , Chudoba Josef 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
The Bruninks Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, 2nd Edition (BOT 2) diagnostic tool with 53 test tasks is used for objective assessment of motor proficiency with regard to the diagnosis of motor deficits in motor control. The normative criteria are initially validated on the US population ages 4 - 21. An adaptation for the European setting exists for German-speaking countries ages 4 - 14. There are short versions of the BOT 2 with self-selected items for screening purposes.
The aim of our study was to evaluate the diagnostic quality of a German short version of BOT 2 for low motor competence and for the risk of developmental coordination disorder.

Methods
The motor competence level in n = 637 Czech children aged 6.0-11.0 years (46.6% girls) was evaluated using Total motor composite and subcategories of fine and gross motor skills: Fine manual control, Manual coordination, Body coordination and Strength and agility.
We used the following variables to describe the diagnostic validity: Sensitivity, Specificity, Accuracy, Positive and Negative Predictive Values, the Receiver Operating Characteristic, and the Area Under the Curve.

Results
The short version of the BOT 2 shows a sensitivity for low motor competence of 77%, specificity of 86% and validity of 83%. For the risk of developmental coordination disorder, sensitivity is 77%, specificity is 94%, and validity is 93%. However, there is a lower positive predictive value of 49%.

Conclusions
The German short version of BOT 2 is an alternative test to the BOT 2 complete form, which is a suitable diagnostic tool for assessing low motor competence, including the diagnosis of risk for DCD. Overall, the BOT 2 short form provides a lower Total motor composite score than the BOT 2 complete form and places significantly more children in the well-below-average category. This is reflected in the low predictive value of a positive test.

Funding Source
This work was supported by the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic under Grant TA ČR Éta 3 TL03000221.
168 Real-world walking of people with the chronic lung disease COPD
Authors: Delgado Ortiz L , Buekers J , Chynkiamis N , Demeyer H , Frei Anja , Gimeno-Santos E , Hansen C , Hausdorff J , Hoopkinson N , Jansen C P , Koch S , Maetzler W , Megaritis D , Puhan M , Singleton D , Thoemmes G , Vogiatzis I , Watz H , Del Din S , Cauffield B , Becker C , Rochester L , Troosters T , Garcia-Aymerich J 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Walking is crucial for active and healthy ageing, but it changes with age and in the presence of diverse health conditions, such as non-communicable diseases. In the field of the chronic lung disease COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), extensive research has been done on physical activity limitation, but little is known about the patterns of walking during daily life (i.e., real-world). We aimed to assess the levels and distribution of real-world walking (walking activity and gait parameters) in people with COPD compared with healthy adults, and across disease severity; and to identify domains of walking in COPD, using a single wearable device.

Methods
In a cross-sectional study, 550 people with COPD (37% women, with a mean (SD) age of 68 (8) years, postbronchodilator FEV1 54 (21) %) and 19 age-matched healthy adults were recruited in ten cities across eight countries. Subjects were given a single wearable device to wear at their lower back for one week. Twenty-five walking activity and gait parameters (e.g., number of steps, number of walking bouts (WB)&gt;30s, walking speed in WB &gt; 30s, cadence in WB &gt; 30s, walking speed and cadence variability) were derived from the device outputs.

Results
Most walking activity and gait parameters were reduced in people with COPD compared to healthy adults, and according to COPD severity. Differences remained statistically significant after adjusting for age, sex, height and comorbidities in multivariable analyses. Factor analysis identified six distinct walking domains: Amount of walking, Patterns of walking, Pace, Rhythm, Pace variability and Rhythm variability.

Conclusion
Real-world walking in people with COPD is a multi-dimensional behaviour that is impaired as the disease progresses. These results may be used to set priorities and improve patient centricity in clinical practice, research and public health initiatives.

Support/Funding Source
This work was supported by the Mobilise-D project that has received funding from the Innovative Medicines Initiative 2 Joint Undertaking (JU) under grant agreement No. 820820. This JU receives support from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme and the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA).
51 She Moves - A comparative study examining the perception of the built environment between men and women
Authors: Duffy Lauren 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Sustainable urban transport and active travel are part of policy and practice worldwide, with a strong focus on strengthening the relationship between transport and health (US PHA, 2021; NICE, 2012; EU Commission, 2013; ISPAH, 2020). The gap we see in physical activity with males globally being more active than their female counterparts is also evident in transport, with a male bias in planning and design and gender a determinant in modal choice (UN, 2017; ITF, 2018; TII, 2019). This research aims to explore the perceptions of the built environment from a male and female perspective and how this implicates physical activity levels. Walking and cycling for active transport have substantial health benefits, however women are less inclined to use AT than men (Mueller et al, 2015; Garrad et al, 2008; Heesch & Sahlqvist, 2013). This is due to the gendered nature of cites being designed for the use of men and not women (Bassam, 2023).
This study utilised a quantitative approach. A survey was made available nationally (Ireland) on Microsoft Forms, it was available to all genders and both rural and urban individuals. The aim of this survey is gather an in depth understanding of women’s perceptions of the built environment and it’s correlation to activity levels, active travel behaviour and health, and how this differs to men. The Healthy Ireland protocol has been used to gather baseline data, general health and demographic information. The findings have been analysed using SPSS.
The results of this study will be complete before August 2024. The survey is currently available to be completed online. Results are to be published in an academic journal.
The aim of this study is to highlight the difference in perceptions of an individuals built environment dependent on gender. The results from this study will inform policy surrounding the design of cities and towns with infrastructure that is accessible and u​tilized by all. It will inform how we redesign cities for the use of all and have a gender-neutral perspective on city design, active travel and transport.

Support/Funding Source
This research has been funded by Technological University Dublin.
S06-3: We Walk. Developing and pilot testing a dyadic intervention to promote outdoor walking in people after stroke: benefits, challenges and solutions
Authors: Morris Jacqui , Irvine Linda , Tooman Tricia , Dombrowski Stephan , Cormarck Brendan Mc , van Wijk Frederik , Lawrence Maggie 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Purpose
After stroke, physical activity (PA) levels are low, risking secondary stroke, cardiovascular disease, falls and poor mobility. Regular PA reduces these risks. Walking is a preferred PA option for stroke survivors, and social support influences uptake and maintenance of behaviours. We therefore developed WeWalk, a person-centred, dyadic peer-support behavioural intervention supported by walking buddies, to promote regular walking after stroke. This study evaluated participants’ experiences of WeWalk to refine it ready for effectiveness testing and implementation.

Methods
Intervention: WeWalk involved facilitated face-to-face and telephone sessions with a researcher with behaviour change training, supported by intervention handbooks and diaries. Dyads agreed walking goals and plans, monitored progress, and developed strategies for maintaining walking.

Evaluation
Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and facilitator fieldnotes during intervention delivery, and were analysed using thematic analysis, guided by a theoretical framework of acceptability.

Results
We recruited 21 dyads comprising community-dwelling PWS and their walking buddies. Eighteen dyads completed exit interviews, one dyad was lost to follow-up and two withdrew with ill-health. We identified three themes: acceptability evolves with experience, mutuality, and person-centredness with personally relevant tailoring. As dyads recognised how WeWalk components supported walking, perceptions of acceptability grew. Effort receded as goals and enjoyment of walking together were realised. The dyadic structure provided accountability, and participants’ confidence developed as they experienced physical and psychological benefits of walking. WeWalk required careful facilitation. It worked best when dyads exhibited relational connectivity and mutuality in setting and achieving goals however in a few dyads agreeing and enacting mutual goals was more challenging. Tailoring intervention components to individual circumstances and values supported dyads in achieving meaningful goals.

Conclusions
WeWalk is feasible and acceptable, illustrating the potential of dyadic interventions after stroke. However, its complexity requires considered implementation strategies. Data highlight the need for careful matching of dyads, facilitation of dyadic working by practitioners who can support development of dyadic relationships; and community structures linked to healthcare pathways that support implementation. We have worked with charities health services organisations to plan and develop these implementation strategies and report the challenges and potential solutions to delivering this complex intervention.