Mental wellbeing and physical activity levels: A prospective cohort study

Although much research has been devoted to examining the relationship between negative mental health states (e.g., depression) and physical activity, literature is scarce in terms of associations positive wellbeing) activity. The objective this study was examine association wellbeing measured 2019 activity 2020 (including bi-directionality). Data stem from a Danish nationally-representative panel 5000 adults (aged 15+ years) conducted 2020, which linked register data. SWEMWBS scale used assess wellbeing. outcome ?150 min per week (self-reported). Logistic regression models were performed, adjusting for covariates at baseline. Each point increase positively predicted (OR = 1.03, 95%CI 1.01–1.05). Compared low wellbeing, moderate associated with higher odds 1.51, 1.10–2.08) engaging while among those high even 1.93, 1.37–2.72). results reflected dose-response pattern. Finally, reverse pathway noted as well, i.e., 2020. show that favorable status – beyond absence illness predicts adherence recommended levels following year. Initiatives promote may be instrumental means protect enhance general by influencing engagement Conversely, increasing against further population