Physical inactivity, gender and culture in Arab countries: a systematic assessment of the literature

2018284 citationsReviewgold Open Access

Authors

Eman Sharara · American University of Beirut

Chaza Akik · American University of Beirut

Hala Ghattas · American University of Beirut

Carla Makhlouf Obermeyer · American University of Beirut

Abstract

Physical inactivity among Arab adults and children/adolescents is high. Studies using harmonized approaches, rigorous analytic techniques and a deeper examination of context are needed to design appropriate interventions.

Topics & Keywords

Physical Activity and Health Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet Eating Disorders and Behaviors

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Public Health

Volume 18, Issue 1, pp. 639-639

DOI: 10.1186/s12889-018-5472-z

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