Essays about: "physical inactivity"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 35 essays containing the words physical inactivity.

  1. 1. Making virtual reality game players more physically active and immersed in the gameplay by involving their physical activity data

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Sindri Pétursson; [2023]
    Keywords : activity tracking; beneficial movements; physical activity; physical activity bar; physical activity data; virtual reality; exergames; aktivitetsspårning; speciella rörelser; fysisk aktivitet; fysisk aktivitet; fysisk aktivitetsdata; virtuell verklighet; exergames;

    Abstract : Physical inactivity is a growing concern in the world. Exergames, which are physically demanding games, offer a solution to motivate individuals to participate in regular physical activity, and virtual reality (VR) is the latest addition to this field. READ MORE

  3. 2. Health-promoting Physical Activity During the Covid-19 Pandemic in Swedish Adults – Prevalence and Associated demographic factors

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för hälsa, vård och välfärd

    Author : Bodhini Samaratunga; [2023]
    Keywords : Covid-19 pandemic; demographic factors; physical activity; WHO guidelines;

    Abstract : The Covid-19 pandemic prompted significant lifestyle changes, including physical inactivity and remote working. This cross-sectional study aimed to explore the prevalence of health-promoting physical activity (PA) and its association with demographic factors and remote working among Swedish adults (18-64 years) using secondary data collected during the Covid-19 pandemic. READ MORE

  4. 3. Stress factors among project workers in developing countries due to COVID19

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik

    Author : Muhammad Fayed; [2023]
    Keywords : Stress; project work; developing countries; coping strategies;

    Abstract :  Work related stress in developing countries is one of the research areas that lacks attention of researchers. The aim of this exploratory study is to examine the stressors (stress factors) among project workers in developing countries due to COVID19, and how they cope up with it This study was based on a qualitative research design, critical incident approach was employed. READ MORE

  5. 4. Speculating How Things May Encourage Physical Activity at Home

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Vera Boateng; [2022]
    Keywords : domestic Internet of Things; smart objects; speculative design; physical activity; motivation; domesticating technology;

    Abstract : Physical inactivity has increased significantly over the past years, andthe advancement of technology has contributed to it. Paradoxically,domestic IoT shapes human behavior through human interaction. READ MORE

  6. 5. Body composition and physical fitness in healthy university students : The relationship between body composition, cardiovascular capacity and muscle strength

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för företagande, innovation och hållbarhet

    Author : Emma Perry; [2022]
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    Abstract : Background: Physical activity is an established factor to promote health benefits. Despite this, more than 25% of the adult population in the world is insufficiently active. Inactivity has a strong relationship to worldwide obesity and other health risks. READ MORE