Practicing Outdoor Physical Activity: Is It Really a Good Choice? Short- and Long-Term Health Effects of Exercising in a Polluted Environment

Background: Air pollution is an environmental risk factor for mortality and the fifth largest risk factor for all causes of death. The practice of regular physical activity is strongly encouraged to achieve a healthy lifestyle. During a physical exercise session, the volume of inhaled pollutants increases. The present study aims to report the evidence about the interaction between polluted air, physical activity, and the interactive effects of these two variables on individuals’ health in the light of the significant changes occurring in the daily routine of individuals practicing sport and physical activities after the end of the pandemic. Methods: A mapping review was performed on electronic databases to summarize studies reporting the effects of pollutants on specific health outcomes. A further analysis investigated how physical habits and air quality changed following the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: The current literature suggests that air pollution alters both short- and long-term health outcomes. Nonetheless, exercising is a protective factor against the harmful effects of air pollution. Conclusions: It is necessary for those who train outdoors to evaluate the external environmental conditions. The change should be aimed at improving air quality by implementing stricter legislative guidelines on air pollution thresholds

Practicing Outdoor Physical Activity: Is It Really a Good Choice? Short- and Long-Term Health Effects of Exercising in a Polluted Environment

Background: Air pollution is an environmental risk factor for mortality and the fifth largest risk factor for all causes of death. The practice of regular physical activity is strongly encouraged to achieve a healthy lifestyle. During a physical exercise session, the volume of inhaled pollutants increases. The present study aims to report the evidence about the interaction between polluted air, physical activity, and the interactive effects of these two variables on individuals’ health in the light of the significant changes occurring in the daily routine of individuals practicing sport and physical activities after the end of the pandemic. Methods: A mapping review was performed on electronic databases to summarize studies reporting the effects of pollutants on specific health outcomes. A further analysis investigated how physical habits and air quality changed following the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: The current literature suggests that air pollution alters both short- and long-term health outcomes. Nonetheless, exercising is a protective factor against the harmful effects of air pollution. Conclusions: It is necessary for those who train outdoors to evaluate the external environmental conditions. The change should be aimed at improving air quality by implementing stricter legislative guidelines on air pollution thresholds

PRETEENS’ BODY IMAGE: HOW THE USE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS AFFECTS BODY SATISFACTION

Social networks propose beauty standards that have dangerous implies on users’ body satisfaction. This study examines the impact of social networks on body image in a  sample of 92 preteens. An anonymous questionnaire was used to investigate the time spent on social networks and the role of sociocultural influences on body image . Results suggest the need to strengthen the capacity of the schoolteachers to implement didactic proposals based on positive development of body image

ANALYSING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE USE OF SOCIAL NETWORK AMONG PREADOLESCENTS

Emotional intelligence is a skill built through social interactions; however, over the last few years, the massive use of social networks has changed the methods of interaction and communication of today's young. The study aimed to understand the use of social media, emotional intelligence and the relationship between these variables in a sample of 236 early adolescent. Preliminary analyzes show a negative correlation between the amount of social media use, social addiction, and emotional intelligence