Journal of Emerging Global Health

Original Article | Published: 25 May 2023 | Volume: 10 Issue: 1

Shamiul Bashir Plabon

Department of Nutrition and Food Engineering, Daffodil International University, Dhaka-1216,Bangladesh.

Humayra Kabir Suity

Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Daffodil International University

Umme Habiba Tanny

National Institute of Kidney Diseases and Urology, Dhaka

Arif Chowdhury Apou

National Institute of Kidney Diseases and Urology, Dhaka

This study aims to compare the lifestyles of two groups of individuals in Dhaka City: the sedentary group,consisting of non-participants in gymnastics, and the control group, comprising active participants ingymnastics. The motivation behind this comparison lies in the elevated risk of non-communicable diseases(NCDs) linked to an unhealthy lifestyle. The research involved 384 participants, divided evenly betweenthe two groups, aged 20 to 50 and all residents of Dhaka City. The findings revealed that among thosewho refrained from exercise, 48% were categorized as normal weight, 20% were underweight, and 32%were overweight. Conversely, among those engaging in gym activities, approximately 78% maintainednormal weight, and notably, none were classified as underweight with a BMI below 18.5. Within the gym-engaged group, a significant majority (84%) did not display signs of depression. Furthermore, 82%demonstrated adeptness in decision-making, and 90% reported freedom from anxiety. These favorableoutcomes were attributed to consistent physical activity and healthy habits. In contrast, participants notadopting a healthy lifestyle exhibited different outcomes. Around 48% of this group experienced depressivesymptoms due to irregular and unhealthy practices. Moreover, 54% encountered difficulties in decision-making fluency, and 36% reported experiencing anxiety. These issues were likely due to inadequatephysical activity and poor dietary choices. This study underscores the importance of motivating individualsto maintain regular exercise routines and adopt nutritious dietary habits. Such strategies are pivotal inpromoting overall health and mitigating the risk factors associated with lifestyle-related diseases.

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Journal of Emerging Global Health

A COMPARATIVE STUDY ABOUT LIFESTYLE BETWEEN THE SEDENTARY AND CONTROL GROUPS OF SELECTED HEALTHY VOLUNTEERS AT GYMNASTICS IN DHAKA