Levels of Physical Activity and Psychological Well-Being in Non-Athletes and Martial Art Athletes during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Armando Monterrosa QuinteroAna Rita Echeverri RiosJuan Pedro FuentesJuan Carlos Gonzalez Sanchez

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

The practice of a sport such as martial arts, normal body mass index and high levels of physical activity were factors that positively reduced levels of distress, translated into better psychological well-being in populations, and the general health dimension presented important contributions to psychological well-being. Intervention plans must be carried out, especially in populations that do not practice physical activity-mainly female and those under 40 years of age.

Keyphrases

physical activity
healthcare
sleep quality
primary care
body mass index
public health
randomized controlled trial
quality improvement
antiretroviral therapy
depressive symptoms
risk assessment
social media