Estágios de mudança de comportamento relacionados à atividade física, nível de atividade física e comportamento sedentário em indivíduos submetidos à cirurgia bariátrica

Abstract

The bariatric surgery is an effective treatment for obesity, however it is necessary to adopt new habits related to physical activity and nutrition. The present study has to evaluate individuals submitted to bariatric surgery, regarding the stages of behavior change proposed by the Transtheoric Model, and the level of physical activity and sedentary behavior through the IPAQ. The sample consisted of 43 patients undergoing multidisciplinary treatment after surgery, 12 men and 31 women, aged between 22 and 63 years. Surgery promoted weight loss, reduction of BMI and percentage of Excess Weight Loss (% EWL). Results: 53.5% of the sample were irregularly active / sedentary, there was a high prevalence of sedentary behavior (72.1%). Only 7% of individuals in the maintenance stage, and 34.9% in contemplation. There was no association between the level of physical activity and changes in the nutritional status of patients undergoing bariatric surgery. It is necessary the insertion of the Physical Education professional to clarify the importance of exercise beyond the aesthetic ends, as well as help in the behavior change process.