Objectively measuring the association between the built environment and physical activity: a systematic review and reporting framework

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(1)

Published: Sept. 14, 2022

Abstract Background Objective measures of built environment and physical activity provide the opportunity to directly compare their relationship across different populations spatial contexts. This systematic review synthesises current body knowledge gaps around impact objectively measured metrics on levels in adults (≥ 18 years). Additionally, this aims address need for improved quality methodological reporting evaluate studies improve inter-study comparability though creation a framework. Methods A search literature was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. After abstract full-text screening, 94 were included final review. Results synthesised using an association matrix show overall between variables. Finally, new PERFORM (’Physical Environmental Reporting Framework Objectively Recorded Measures’) checklist created applied rating them four key areas: study design characteristics, exposures, metrics, activity. Studies came from 21 countries ranged two days six years duration. Accelerometers geographic information system (GIS) define extent exposure pre-defined geocoded location most popular tools capture respectively. Ethnicity socio-economic status participants generally poorly reported. Moderate-to-vigorous (MVPA) common metric used followed by walking. Commonly investigated elements walkability, access parks green space. Areas where there strong evidence positive or negative identified. The devised reported areas identified, poor data sources justification method choice. Conclusions highlights measuring both terms breadth reporting. Broadening variety demographic groups will grow effect behaviour. Whilst guidance ensure high quality, reproducibility, future research.

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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Systematic review of best practices for GPS data usage, processing, and linkage in health, exposure science and environmental context research

BMJ Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(2), P. e077036 - e077036

Published: Feb. 1, 2024

Global Positioning System (GPS) technology is increasingly used in health research to capture individual mobility and contextual environmental exposures. However, the tools, techniques decisions for using GPS data vary from study study, making comparisons reproducibility challenging. Objectives The objectives of this systematic review were (1) identify best practices collection processing; (2) quantify reporting published studies; (3) discuss examples found reviewed manuscripts that future researchers may employ usage, processing linkage studies. Design A review. Data sources Electronic databases searched (24 October 2023) PubMed, Scopus Web Science (PROSPERO ID: CRD42022322166). Eligibility criteria Included peer-reviewed studies English met at least one criteria: protocols involving exposure/context human purposes containing empirical data; other intended on influences health; associations between GPS-measured or exposures (4) derived variable methods research; (5) comparison tracking with (eg, travel diary). extraction synthesis We examined 157 including wear time, sampling frequency, validity, noise/signal loss assess risk bias. Results 6% did not disclose device model used, only 12.1% reported per cent lost by signal loss, 15.7% considered be noise 68.2% inclusion their data. Conclusions Our recommendations transferrable geospatial devices, hope promoting transparency research. PROSPERO registration number CRD42022322166.

Language: Английский

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Factors affecting cultural ecosystem services use in Vilnius (Lithuania): A participatory mapping survey approach

Heliyon, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 9(4), P. e15384 - e15384

Published: April 1, 2023

Assessing preferences of recreational activities related to cultural ecosystem services (CES) in urban areas is essential for decision-making and green space (UGS) management. This work aims assess the factors (based on socio-demographic motivation variables) influencing CES-related Vilnius, Lithuania, provide scientific knowledge support more efficient UGS design Participatory mapping was reported as relevant park planning applied identify spatially explicit CES. We assessed perceived relevance five groups (

Language: Английский

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Relationships between Green Space Perceptions, Green Space Use, and the Multidimensional Health of Older People: A Case Study of Fuzhou, China

Buildings, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(6), P. 1544 - 1544

Published: May 27, 2024

Urban green spaces are vital for older people’s health. However, most studies have only focused on their relationship with single-dimensional health outcomes. This study introduced a theoretical model to explore how perceptions of influence multidimensional health, mediated by the use these spaces. Using literature review, interviews, and surveys, we developed refined measurement scale urban greenery. data from 513 seniors in Fuzhou’s parks, structural equation modeling was used examine relationships between usage, The results showed that positive evaluations spaces, especially those facilities, significantly increased usage. usage positively influences physical, mental, social pronounced benefits total impact space perception beneficial impacted even though direct impacts quality physical facility were minimal. These findings enhance our understanding individuals provide basis developing maximize advantages people.

Language: Английский

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Assessing the Accessibility and Equity of Urban Green Spaces from Supply and Demand Perspectives: A Case Study of a Mountainous City in China

Land, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 12(9), P. 1793 - 1793

Published: Sept. 15, 2023

Urban green space accessibility is an essential consideration in determining environmental liveability and the well-being of individuals, spatial inequity urban supply demand has become a research focus. However, few studies have conducted multidimensional comprehensive assessment influences on from different perspectives demand. To address this, our study centred mountainous Chongqing region established framework examining pattern spaces its correlation with physical geographical elements socioeconomic factors. We reveal distribution characteristics by using Gaussian-based two-step floating catchment area network analysis methods further observe clustering features utilising hotspot analysis. The ordinary least squares (OLS) model lag were used to evaluate disparities. Our findings explicit blind spots accessibility, primarily within 30 min travel threshold city’s marginal area. A discernible supply–demand imbalance existed core, constituted implicit spots. Furthermore, we identified that relationship between elevation under not always consistently significant over because heterogeneity may exist. Most concerningly, found inequities particularly impacting vulnerable demographics such as elderly lower-income groups. These results can inform planners policymakers about sufficiently consider determine where how implement inclusive greening policies or planning schemes. It also great significance increasing awareness groups preventing inequality.

Language: Английский

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Community-Level Urban Green Space Equity Evaluation Based on Spatial Design Network Analysis (sDNA): A Case Study of Central Wuhan, China

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 18(19), P. 10174 - 10174

Published: Sept. 28, 2021

Urban green spaces (UGSs) provide numerous irreplaceable environmental and social benefits to humankind, but the lack of baseline information makes it difficult propose a reasonable greening strategy so as achieve an equitable allocation community spaces. This paper divides UGSs into three classes using spatial design network analysis (sDNA) quantifies UGS accessibility communities in central Wuhan. Based on these results Gini coefficient, we analyze equity distribution at level, then future strategies both city levels. The show that railway station old Wuhan are core areas traffic strength (TNS). evenly distributed TNS, number non-core is small, their relatively uneven, with medium largest, carrying densest residential population. Most perform well terms equity, 163 communities, covering population more than one million, remains be improved. method conclusions this study will contribute policy making 965 Wuhan, thus promoting orderly planning high-quality construction living circles.

Language: Английский

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Health behavior of Austrian tertiary students focusing on diet type linked to sports and exercise—first glimpse of results from the “sustainably healthy—from science 2 high school and university” study

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: July 18, 2023

Background There is a strong association between lifestyle behavior and health status. While young adulthood critical period for adopting stabilizing lifelong healthy behavior, university life independently associated with psychological stressors that may further affect well-being. Objective The present multidisciplinary study aimed to examine the of Austrian college students, differentiated based on diet types (vegan, vegetarian, omnivorous) physical activity (PA) habits. Methods Following cross-sectional design, total number 6,148 students (65.3% females; 66.1% bachelor 67.0% from urban areas; mean age: 24.8 years) 52 college/universities participated in an online survey provided data sociodemographic characteristics, dietary patterns, PA habits, other including alcohol intake smoking. Results Across sample, 74.0% had normal weight (BMI = 18.5–25.0 kg/m 2 ), while prevalence overweight/obesity ≥ 30.0 ) was lower females than males more rural ( p < 0.01). general vegetarian vegan diets 22.8 6.0%, respectively, predominance females, graduates, compared their peers majority (79.3%) regular engagement sport/exercise, or omnivores Vegans vegetarians 0.01) but no differences smoking habits > 0.05) omnivores. Students engaging sport/exercise rate higher fruits, vegetables, fluids inactive Conclusion findings suggest type college/university have impact behaviors, highlighting interconnected nature behavior.

Language: Английский

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Urban vitality and seniors’ outdoor rest time in Barcelona

Journal of Transport Geography, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 98, P. 103241 - 103241

Published: Dec. 9, 2021

Language: Английский

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Association of green space with bone mineral density change and incident fracture in elderly Hong Kong Chinese: Mr. OS and Ms. OS study

Environmental Research, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 201, P. 111547 - 111547

Published: June 22, 2021

Language: Английский

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