Physical Activity Guidelines for the Brazilian Population: Recommendations Report
Daniel Umpierre, Christianne de Faria Coelho‐Ravagnani, Maria Cecília Marinho Tenório, Douglas Roque Andrade, Roseanne Autran, Mauro Virgílio Gomes de Barros, Tânia Rosane Bertoldo Benedetti, Fabiana Vieira Santos Azevedo Cavalcante, Edílson Serpeloni Cyrino, Samuel Carvalho Dumith, Alex Antônio Florindo, Leandro García, Sofia Wolker Manta, Grégore Iven Mielke, Raphael Mendes Ritti‐Dias, Lorena Lima Magalhães, Paula Fabrício Sandreschi, Juliana Rezende Melo da Silva, Kelly Samara da Silva, Fernando Vinholes Siqueira, Pedro Curi Hallal, _ _
Abstract
BACKGROUND: This article presents the recommendations from the Physical Activity Guidelines for the Brazilian Population. METHODS: A steering committee composed of a chair, 6 experts in physical activity, and representatives from the Ministry of Health/Brazil, Pan American Health Organization, Brazilian Society of Physical Activity and Health designed the guidelines, which was implemented by 8 working groups, as follows: (1) understanding physical activity, (2) children up to 5 years old, (3) children and youth from 6 to 17 years old, (4) adults, (5) older adults (60 years and above), (6) physical education at school, (7) pregnant and postpartum women, and (8) people with disabilities. The methodological steps included evidence syntheses, hearings with key stakeholders, and public consultation. RESULTS: Across 8 chapters, the guidelines provide definitions of physical activity and sedentary behavior, informing target groups on types of physical activity, dosage (frequency, intensity, and duration), benefits, and supporting network for physical activity adoption. The guidelines are openly available in Portuguese, Spanish, English, and Braille and in audio versions, with a supplementary guide for health professionals and decision makers, and a report about the preparation and references. CONCLUSIONS: The Physical Activity Guidelines for the Brazilian Population provide evidence-based recommendations, being a public-directed resource to contribute to the physical activity promotion in Brazil.