Examining activity-friendly neighborhoods in the Norwegian context: green space and walkability in relation to physical activity and the moderating role of perceived safety

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 23(1)

Published: Feb. 6, 2023

Abstract Background Despite the well-known health benefits of regular physical activity, inactivity remains a major public concern. Understanding how built environment can encourage activity is therefore important to inform current policy strategies for creating activity-friendly neighborhoods. This study aimed examine whether neighborhood walkability and greenness were associated with if perceived safety moderated any such relations, among adult citizens in Norway. Methods cross-sectional included sample 5670 adults aged ≥ 18 years living urban areas Stavanger. Information on (PA) levels, safety, socio-demography obtained from questionnaire data collected Norwegian county survey Rogaland. Geographic information systems utilized compute walkability, vegetation scores proportion green space within postcode areas, which subsequently linked data. Hierarchical linear regression models fitted associations between amount vegetation, weekly minutes PA, estimate main interaction effects these relationships. Results The average physically active 148.3 min/week. was positively related when adjusting potential confounders. No relations observed walkability. Perceived significantly increased levels but no moderating role observed. Conclusion Although our findings should be interpreted caution, results point towards importance policymakers, planners, professionals advocate safe environments neighborhood.

Language: Английский

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The Impact of the Built Environment and Social Environment on Physical Activity: A Scoping Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 20(12), P. 6189 - 6189

Published: June 20, 2023

This scoping review aims to provide an overview of the current state physical activity research, focusing on interplay between built and social environments their respective influences activity. We comprehensively searched electronic databases identify relevant studies published 2000 2022. A total 35 articles have been reviewed based research question. The found that influence activity, consideration people’s perceptions surroundings can further insight. literature was summarized, recommendations were made for future research. Findings suggest interventions targeting promote effectively. However, limitations in exist, including a need more standardization methods consistency measurement tools.

Language: Английский

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Systematic and meta-based evaluation of the relationship between the built environment and physical activity behaviors among older adults

PeerJ, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11, P. e16173 - e16173

Published: Sept. 25, 2023

Objectives Existing assertions about the relationship between various factors of built environment and physical activity behaviors are inconsistent warrant further exploration analysis. Methods This study systematically searched PubMed, Embase, Web Science, Scopus, Cochrane Library Google Scholar for effect on older adults. R software was used to calculate meta-estimated odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval. Simultaneously, quality included studies evaluated using an observational evaluation standard recommended by American health care research institutions. Results A total 16 original researches were in this meta-analysis eight evaluated. These which ranked from high low according their impact traffic safety (OR = 1.58, CI [1.14–2.20]), destination accessibility 1.24, [1.06–1.44]), aesthetics sports venues 1.21, [1.07–1.37]), virescence 1.14, [1.06–1.23]), building density 1.07, [1.02–1.13]). Additionally, it seemed that there no potential association mixed land use 1.01, [0.92–1.10]), pedestrian facilities 1.00, [0.92–1.08]) or commercial 0.94, [0.88–1.00]) Conclusions The has been found exhibit significant It is proposed such as safety, accessibility, venues, be given more consideration when aiming promote levels among

Language: Английский

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Creating a ‘Full-Age Sharing’ Community: Analysing the Results of the Supply–Demand Matching of Sports Spaces for All Residents

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(4), P. 1370 - 1370

Published: Feb. 7, 2025

Urban community open spaces are external for public use that meet the needs of residents in their daily lives, and which gradually become basic unit activities fitness. The arrival era ‘national fitness’ requires formation activity benefit all ages. Yet most construction targets urban homogenised not diversified age groups. This phenomenon leads to a spatial temporal mismatch between allocation space sports residents. We quantitatively analysed time periods, demanded area preferred types required by further defined objectives provision physical functions spaces. also constructed method matching optimising supply demand fitness spaces, was based on calculation demand, analysis model optimisation gaps. Accordingly, distribution points, we can clarify amount radius each point, calculate relationship with Maximum Capacity Limitation Coverage Model. When implementation rate at covered points is less than 67%, it means there gap. In response gap, has been achieved establishing time-sharing utilisation mechanism using excessive renovation. results study help optimise long-term layout communities. proposed sustainable strategy suggests importance necessity meeting groups high-density cities insufficient

Language: Английский

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Perceived neighborhood built environment and physical activity in urban population in Chile

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: March 11, 2025

Various indicators of neighborhood environmental perceptions are differently associated with physical activity (PA) domains, notable variations by sex. However, few studies in Latin America have examined these associations across distinct PA domains. In this study, we analyzed the relationship between and domains transportation leisure among Chilean adults. This cross-sectional analytical study included 770 participants from 2014–2016 American Nutrition Health Survey (ELANS). Perceptions land use diversity, access to use, street connectivity, walking cycling infrastructure, aesthetics, safety crime, traffic were assessed using Neighborhood Environment Walkability Scale-Abbreviated (NEWS-A) questionnaire. was measured International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Long Form (IPAQ-LF), focusing on leisure-time Logistic regression multiple linear models used for analysis. analysis men showed no association characteristics or women, greater perception facilities inversely (OR: 0.62; 95%CI: 0.42;0.92). analysis, higher perceived (min/week) both (β: 0.098; 0.005;0.192) time 0.160, 0.012;0.309). For men, scores -0.150, -0.266;-0.034). Different various gender differences. A better condition would promote urban population engage more PA. ClinicalTrials.Gov NCT02226627. Retrospectively registered August 27, 2014.

Language: Английский

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What is the cross-sectional association of geospatially derived walkability with walking for leisure and transport?

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 20(3), P. e0320202 - e0320202

Published: March 21, 2025

Background Built environments have been shown to shape active living behaviours, including walking. However, this literature is drawn predominantly from Europe and North America. This study aimed create a geospatially derived city-wide walkability index further investigate the association with walking in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Methodology A cross-sectional analysis was conducted using data participants 2014-15 MOVE-SE Horizonte. created at census tract level, which included net residential density, land use mix, street connectivity, ArcGIS software. Walking for leisure transportation self-reported via International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Covariates such as sociodemographic characteristics, health indicators, neighbourhood context were measured. multilevel negative binomial regression employed, incorporating confounders across five combined models sequential addition of covariate groups. All statistical analyses R software significance threshold 5%. Results The 1,372 adults aged 18 years older, female majority 60.5%, median age 41, 45.9% completed most primary schooling. family income 63.7% ranged between one three times minimum wage. Self-rated considered good by 64.7% participants, Body Mass Index (BMI) 26.2 kg/m2. Regarding context, length residence 15 years, per capita monthly US$175, average slope 8.2%. Participants reported 180 minutes week (interquartile range: 120 – 250) transportation. -0.51 -1.40 1.21). After adjusting confounders, final model indicated positive (IRR: 1.33; CI 95% :1.32-1.35; p < 0.001) 1.22; :1.20-1.24; 0.001). Discussion findings demonstrate higher levels increased behaviours various contexts. It underscores importance urban planning, design, policy interventions tailored local promote walkability, reduce car dependency, facilitate healthier lifestyles part everyday living.

Language: Английский

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Qualitative insights into ecobiosocial factors influencing colorectal cancer risk in Malaysia

Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(1)

Published: April 16, 2025

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a growing public health concern in Malaysia influenced by complex interplay of ecological, biological, and social (EBS) factors. Despite its increasing incidence, limited research has explored how these factors interact to shape CRC risk the Malaysian context, especially from perspectives affected individuals. This study explores Malaysians' perceptions experiences regarding within EBS framework. A qualitative case approach involved in-depth interviews with twelve Malaysians aged 35-75 who had undergone colonoscopy at university hospital. All were recorded transcribed. Data collected until saturation was achieved. The transcripts coded analysed using ATLAS.ti software. data thematic analysis. Findings revealed key themes related ecological physical activity environment, which included sub-themes type, facilitators, barriers activity, food sources. biological theme that family history influences experience perception. subthemes sociocultural customs, misconceptions, preparation methods, CRC-related foods, affordability. findings highlighted multifactorial nature risk. Understanding aspects supports development targeted interventions address modifiable promote prevention early detection context.

Language: Английский

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Predicting the Use of New Multi-Use Trails and Parks in Historically Black, Low-Income Neighborhoods

Family & Community Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 29, 2025

Background: Residents of historically Black low-income neighborhoods experience disproportionately poorer health. Public infrastructure redevelopment projects (eg, multi-use trails, parks, and public transportation) may improve quality life health outcomes in these neighborhoods. Objectives: The current study draws from communication theory to examine the role interpersonal discussion civic engagement (belonging, collective efficacy) intentions use newly built trails parks for physical activity. Methods: Community-based survey data 398 randomly selected households impacted by inequities were used identify factors associated with intention being developed Results: Interpersonal discussion, belonging, efficacy positively independently trails. Additionally, (belonging mediate relationship between Conclusion: discussions can promote new neighborhoods, which turn increase activity overall community members.

Language: Английский

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Associations Between the Built Environment and Adult Obesity and the Mediating Role of Physical Activity: A Systematic Review

Obesity Reviews, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: May 19, 2025

ABSTRACT Associations between the built environment (BE) and adult obesity are well established. Physical activity (PA) is shown to mediate this association; however, no review has comprehensively synthesized evidence required understand mediating relationship its variation across different measures of BE, PA, obesity. Four electronic databases were searched, 19 articles published 2005 2022 reviewed. PA partially explained associations BE obesity, with effects varying widely studies (0.48%–48.7%). Objectively measured moderate‐to‐vigorous consistently mediated association walkability higher accounting for 8.5%–11.6% relationship. Domain‐specific such as walking transport walkability–obesity associations, but only few examined relationships. was an inconsistent mediator other exposures (street connectivity, land‐use mix, accessibility, greenspace) PA's role in BE‐obesity context‐dependent; features that promoted less dense urban areas some countries showed denser settings countries. Despite limited longitudinal from diverse settings, suggests potential facilitate reduce global related chronic conditions.

Language: Английский

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Associations between the built and social environment and bike share, physical activity, and overall cycling among adults from Boston neighborhoods

Journal of Transport & Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 31, P. 101629 - 101629

Published: June 7, 2023

Language: Английский

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