Abstract

MENEGUCI, Joilson et al. Sedentary behavior: concept, physiological implications and the assessment procedures. Motri. [online]. 2015, vol.11, n.1, pp.160-174. ISSN 1646-107X.  https://doi.org/10.6063/motricidade.3178.

This present study aimed to: a) review the operational terms of sedentary behaviour characterization, b) describe the health implications, and c) sedentary behaviour main evaluation methods. Sedentary behaviour is the word targeting activities that are performed in lying or sitting position and that do not increase energy expenditure above resting levels, <= 1.5 metabolic equivalent units (METs). Through the analysis of the physiological implications of such behaviour to people's health it is possible to highlight the reduction and / or cessation of muscle contractility as a beginner of the reducing process of the use of glucose by muscles, increasing insulin and facilitating the production of lipids that are preferentially stored in the central body adipose tissue, which in turn produces inflammatory molecules which are the precursors of non-transmissible chronic diseases. Physical inactivity and prolonged exposure to sedentary behaviours should be evaluated distinctly, considering the theoretical bases of each construct. The prolonged effect of sedentary behaviours and physical inactivity throughout lifespan enables the possibility of the harmful effects of such behaviours in old age and premature mortality.

Keywords : physical activity; sedentary lifestyle; review literature.

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