Table 1 Levels of physical activity measured by Pre-PAQ
Activity Level | Description | Type of activity |
|---|---|---|
Level 1 | Stationary - no movement | Sat or lay still watching TV Sat or lay still watching DVD or a video Sat or lay still (e.g. looking at books or listening to stories) |
Level 2 | Stationary - limb or trunk moving | Was stationary but swinging or swaying trunk (e.g. standing and singing a song) Was stationary but moving arm or leg (e.g. sitting doing puzzles or craft, digging in a sandpit or standing and kicking or throwing a ball) Played computer or electronic games |
Level 3 | Moving slowly | Walked at a leisurely or moderate pace Hopped, jumped, skipped or marched at an easy pace Used swing (moving self - not being pushed by another person) Rode a tricycle, bike or scooter etc. at an easy pace or slow speed Swam with support of an adult1 |
Level 4 | Moving at a medium or moderate pace | Walked at a fast pace Ran or jogged slowly Rough and tumble play with moderate effort Hopped, jumped, skipped or marched at an moderate speed or effort Danced or did movement and music activities (moving around) Climbed (e.g. on play equipment, in a tree etc.) Rode a tricycle, bike or scooter etc. at an moderate pace or medium speed Swam by self (± floatation devices)1 |
Level 5 | Moving at a fast pace | Walked up steep slopes Ran or jogged quickly Rough and tumble play with hard effort Hopped, jumped, skipped or marched at an fast speed or effort Rode a tricycle, bike or scooter etc. at an hard pace or fast speed |