Anna Szumilewicz
Biographic Data
| ID | 7923322 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Anna Szumilewicz |
| GIVEN NAMES | Anna |
| FAMILY NAME | Szumilewicz |
| SIGNATURE | SZUMILEWICZ A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3777-5697 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 11 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 11 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Effects of a 6-week pelvic floor muscle training on neuromuscular activity in healthy young men
The pelvic floor muscles (PFM) play a crucial role in urinary continence and sexual function. Regular training of PFM has been extensively studied and is widely recommended to maintain a high quality of life, particularly among women. However, there is a notable lack of information regarding the effectiveness of PFM exercises in men. This study aimed to evaluate changes in neuromuscular activity of the PFM in men before and after a 6-week PFM tra…
Contradictions and convergences in recommendations on physical activity in pregnancy in different countries after the publication of the WHO guidelines in 2020—a scoping review
Objectives: The main objective of this review is to determine whether the physical activity (PA) recommendations during pregnancy issued by public health and sports medicine organizations published since 2020 in different countries around the world converge or differ and what are the emerging trends in these guidelines. Methods: The review was conducted as per the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR). We searched scientific databases…
Stress is not so bad—cortisol level and psychological functioning after 8-week Hiit program during pregnancy
Background: Amid extensive pregnancy exercise research, the impact of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on pregnant women's mental health is underexplored. Despite exercise benefits, it can trigger stress responses like elevated cortisol. This study fills the gap by investigating correlations between hair cortisol levels, mental health, and HIIT effects in pregnant women. Methods: We conducted a randomized control trial among 38 Caucasian w…
A socio-ecological model of factors influencing physical activity in pregnant women
Physical activity (PA) is safe for most pregnant women, improving both maternal fitness and birth outcomes. Despite evidence of benefits, most pregnant women eliminate or reduce PA during pregnancy. This systematic review aimed to analyze the factors affecting maternal PA during pregnancy with reference to a socio-ecological model. A systematic search of relevant published studies between 2001 and 2022 was conducted through PubMed, Scopus, Web of…
A Comparison of Functional Features of Chinese and US Mobile Apps for Pregnancy and Postnatal Care
Background Pregnancy to postpartum (PtP) applications (apps) are becoming more common tools to document everything from pregnancy and delivery to nutrient allocation, life taboos, and infant medical examinations. However, the dependability, quality, and efficacy of these apps remain unclear. This study examined the features and functions of mobile PtP care apps accessible in China and the United States and to identify the major gaps that need to …
Individual Characteristics and Pain Sensitivity during Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study in Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Women
The aim of the study was to describe the characteristics and factors related to pain perception in pregnant women, such as optimism, personality traits, and fear of developing COVID-19 consequences. Sixty-six pregnant women aged 23 to 42 years participated in the study, and the comparison group consisted of n = 59 non-pregnant female students aged 19 to 23 years. Pressure pain threshold and pain tolerance were measured with an algometer. To asses…
Pregnancy Activity Levels and Impediments in the Era of Covid-19 Based on the Health Belief Model
Physical activity (PA) and exercise benefit both the mother and the fetus. Many pregnant women avoid or severely limit PA, leading to complications before and after delivery. This study elucidated the precise effect of each moderator variable on prenatal physical activity (PPA) by examining demographic factors, the PPA-related health belief level (HBL), and the current PPA level. The health belief model (HBM) in conjunction with the international…
Improving the Technique of Pelvic Floor Muscle Contraction in Active Nulliparous Women Attending a Structured High–Low Impact Aerobics Program—A Randomized Control Trial
Learning the correct technique of performing pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercises is a very important factor influencing the effectiveness of this muscle group training. Correctly performed PFM contractions are involved in the urinary continence mechanism. In this study, we tested the hypothesis that a six-week high-low impact aerobics program, supported by one EMG biofeedback session and pelvic floor muscle training, improves the technique of PFM…
Active Pregnancy
Physical activity during pregnancy is a public health issue. In the view of reproducibility and the successful implementation of exercise interventions, reporting the quality of such study design must be ensured. The objective of this study was to develop and validate a physical exercise program promoting fitness and health during pregnancy. A qualitative methodological study was carried out. For the description of the exercise program, the Conse…
Do Physical Activity and Personality Matter for Hair Cortisol Concentration and Self-Reported Stress in Pregnancy? A Pilot Cross-Sectional Study
Our findings indicate the importance of physical activity programs dedicated to pregnant women for their life quality
Foresight for the Fitness Sector
The fitness sector is an essential player in the promotion of physical activity and healthy behaviour in Europe. However, the sector is confronted with numerous socio-demographic trends that will shape its ability to be financially successful and contribute to public health. The sector must understand current drivers of change and the skills its workforce needs to navigate them. As such, using the results of a 2019 Delphi Survey of over 50 fitnes…
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Do Physical Activity and Personality Matter for Hair Cortisol Concentration and Self-Reported Stress in Pregnancy? A Pilot Cross-Sectional Study
Our findings indicate the importance of physical activity programs dedicated to pregnant women for their life quality
Foresight for the Fitness Sector
The fitness sector is an essential player in the promotion of physical activity and healthy behaviour in Europe. However, the sector is confronted with numerous socio-demographic trends that will shape its ability to be financially successful and contribute to public health. The sector must understand current drivers of change and the skills its workforce needs to navigate them. As such, using the results of a 2019 Delphi Survey of over 50 fitnes…
A Comparison of Functional Features of Chinese and US Mobile Apps for Pregnancy and Postnatal Care
Background Pregnancy to postpartum (PtP) applications (apps) are becoming more common tools to document everything from pregnancy and delivery to nutrient allocation, life taboos, and infant medical examinations. However, the dependability, quality, and efficacy of these apps remain unclear. This study examined the features and functions of mobile PtP care apps accessible in China and the United States and to identify the major gaps that need to …
Individual Characteristics and Pain Sensitivity during Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study in Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Women
The aim of the study was to describe the characteristics and factors related to pain perception in pregnant women, such as optimism, personality traits, and fear of developing COVID-19 consequences. Sixty-six pregnant women aged 23 to 42 years participated in the study, and the comparison group consisted of n = 59 non-pregnant female students aged 19 to 23 years. Pressure pain threshold and pain tolerance were measured with an algometer. To asses…
Pregnancy Activity Levels and Impediments in the Era of Covid-19 Based on the Health Belief Model
Physical activity (PA) and exercise benefit both the mother and the fetus. Many pregnant women avoid or severely limit PA, leading to complications before and after delivery. This study elucidated the precise effect of each moderator variable on prenatal physical activity (PPA) by examining demographic factors, the PPA-related health belief level (HBL), and the current PPA level. The health belief model (HBM) in conjunction with the international…
Improving the Technique of Pelvic Floor Muscle Contraction in Active Nulliparous Women Attending a Structured High–Low Impact Aerobics Program—A Randomized Control Trial
Learning the correct technique of performing pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercises is a very important factor influencing the effectiveness of this muscle group training. Correctly performed PFM contractions are involved in the urinary continence mechanism. In this study, we tested the hypothesis that a six-week high-low impact aerobics program, supported by one EMG biofeedback session and pelvic floor muscle training, improves the technique of PFM…
Active Pregnancy
Physical activity during pregnancy is a public health issue. In the view of reproducibility and the successful implementation of exercise interventions, reporting the quality of such study design must be ensured. The objective of this study was to develop and validate a physical exercise program promoting fitness and health during pregnancy. A qualitative methodological study was carried out. For the description of the exercise program, the Conse…
A socio-ecological model of factors influencing physical activity in pregnant women
Physical activity (PA) is safe for most pregnant women, improving both maternal fitness and birth outcomes. Despite evidence of benefits, most pregnant women eliminate or reduce PA during pregnancy. This systematic review aimed to analyze the factors affecting maternal PA during pregnancy with reference to a socio-ecological model. A systematic search of relevant published studies between 2001 and 2022 was conducted through PubMed, Scopus, Web of…
Stress is not so bad—cortisol level and psychological functioning after 8-week Hiit program during pregnancy
Background: Amid extensive pregnancy exercise research, the impact of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on pregnant women's mental health is underexplored. Despite exercise benefits, it can trigger stress responses like elevated cortisol. This study fills the gap by investigating correlations between hair cortisol levels, mental health, and HIIT effects in pregnant women. Methods: We conducted a randomized control trial among 38 Caucasian w…
Contradictions and convergences in recommendations on physical activity in pregnancy in different countries after the publication of the WHO guidelines in 2020—a scoping review
Objectives: The main objective of this review is to determine whether the physical activity (PA) recommendations during pregnancy issued by public health and sports medicine organizations published since 2020 in different countries around the world converge or differ and what are the emerging trends in these guidelines. Methods: The review was conducted as per the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR). We searched scientific databases…
Effects of a 6-week pelvic floor muscle training on neuromuscular activity in healthy young men
The pelvic floor muscles (PFM) play a crucial role in urinary continence and sexual function. Regular training of PFM has been extensively studied and is widely recommended to maintain a high quality of life, particularly among women. However, there is a notable lack of information regarding the effectiveness of PFM exercises in men. This study aimed to evaluate changes in neuromuscular activity of the PFM in men before and after a 6-week PFM tra…
Medicine (9 works) · Pregnancy (7 works) · Physical therapy (5 works) · Pregnancy-related medical research (5 works) · Psychology (5 works) · Gestational Diabetes Research and Management (4 works) · Biology (3 works) · Clinical Psychology (3 works) · Computer Science (3 works) · Cross-sectional study (3 works)