Table 2. Comparison of self-report exercise and physical activity patterns among women with high and low muscle mass.
D3Cr muscle mass | |||||
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Low (n = 36) | High (n = 37) | P-value | |||
Frequency of physical activity | n | Percent (%) | n | Percent (%) | |
Walking | 0.19 | ||||
None | 10 | 27.8 | 6 | 16.2 | |
1–2 days per week | 14 | 38.9 | 12 | 32.4 | |
>3 days per week | 10 | 27.8 | 15 | 40.3 | |
Moderate exercise | 0.88 | ||||
None | 18 | 50.0 | 14 | 37.8 | |
1–2 days per week | 7 | 19.4 | 13 | 35.1 | |
>3 days per week | 11 | 30.6 | 10 | 27.1 | |
Strenuous exercise | 0.84 | ||||
None | 24 | 66.7 | 22 | 59.5 | |
1–2 days per week | 6 | 16.7 | 9 | 24.3 | |
>3 days per week | 6 | 16.7 | 6 | 16.2 |