Abstract: Sedentary behavior (SB) refers to any behavior performed with low energy expenditure while seated, reclined, or lying down during waking hours. Considered a public health issue, SB has been associated with various adverse health outcomes. The objective of this study was to analyze factors associated with sedentary behavior in adult women attending a university medical clinic. This is a cross-sectional study with data collected from users at a medical clinic in the city of Aparecida de Goiânia. Information on sociodemographic, occupational, behavioral, and health characteristics was collected. Sedentary behavior was assessed using the short version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Keywords:Sedentary behavior, Women's health, Epidemiology
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