PROGRAMA DE ACTIVIDAD FÍSICA PARA JÓVENES ADOLESCENTES CON PROBLEMAS DE OBESIDAD EN LA CIUDADELA LAS ORQUÍDEAS DEL CANTÓN PORTOVIEJO

Abstract

Currently, childhood obesity is a worldwide problem in relation to the public system, the life quality related to weight control is important to avoid considerable affectations at an early age such as heart problems, due to the justified limitation that is maintained worldwide by the pandemic known as COVID-19 the population remains in a sedentary state, thus encouraging no or little participation in physical activities, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), people with a body-mass index greater than or equal to 30 Kg per m2 are considered obese. Objective: To determine the relationship between physical activity and obesity problems of adolescents in the “Las Orquídeas” citadel in Portoviejo City. Methods: The design was a descriptive cross-sectional study, with a mixed approach (qualitative and quantitative). It was re-analyzed with the participation of 45 young adolescents, of which 25 (55.6%) women and 20 (44,4%) men aged 11 to 19 years old, the sample was obtained through the simple random method including data collection techniques such as youth survey and PAQ-A test. Results: The findings denote that there is a minimal but important prevalence of obesity in the young people of the “las Orquídeas” citadel. In addition, it is evident that there are no adequate habits in relation to the sample feeding. Conclusions: With the collection of anthropometric data and the application of the instruments, a consideration of unsuitable values in perspective to the adequate weight in young people is maintained, which can be prevented through a plan of physical activities that promote a more active and healthy life