Neighborhood-Based Differences in Physical Activity: An Environment Scale Evaluation

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Authors

Brian E. Saelens · University of Cincinnati Medical Center

James F. Sallis · University of Cincinnati Medical Center

Jennifer B. Black · University of Cincinnati Medical Center

Diana Chen · University of Cincinnati Medical Center

Abstract

The reliability and validity of self-reported neighborhood environment subscales were supported. Neighborhood environment was associated with physical activity and overweight prevalence.

Topics & Keywords

Urban Transport and Accessibility Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet Health disparities and outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable cities and communities

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Public Health

Volume 93, Issue 9, pp. 1552-1558

DOI: 10.2105/ajph.93.9.1552

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