The impact of accelerometer-derived 'weekend warrior' physical activity on musculoskeletal disorders and multimorbidity development

Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yuanpeng Zhu, Di Liu, Xiangjie Yin, Terry Jianguo Zhang, Nan Wu
DOI: 10.1016/j.jesf.2026.200458
Cited by: 2
References: 30

Abstract

Background: Whether concentrating moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) into 1-2 days ("weekend warrior", WW) provides musculoskeletal benefits comparable to more evenly distributed weekly activity ("regular activity", RA) remains unclear. Methods: In a prospective UK Biobank accelerometer cohort (n = 52,606), participants free of musculoskeletal disease at baseline were classified hierarchically: inactive (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Physical Activity and Health Chronic Disease Management Strategies Dietary Effects on Health

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
24
Issue
2
Pages
200458–200458
Publication date
4 February 2026
Language
EN