Patterns of Change in Device-Based Physical Activity and Sedentary Time Following Bariatric Surgery: a Longitudinal Observational Study.
Juliana ZabatieroAnne SmithDaniel F GucciardiJeffrey M Hamdorf AmSusan F TaylorKylie HillPublished in: Obesity surgery (2021)
Although bariatric surgery resulted in substantial weight loss and improved self-efficacy for exercise, it was insufficient to effect change in PA, ST or cardiovascular fitness. Complementing surgical intervention with behavioral interventions may optimize change in PA and ST.