Attitudes towards air quality during outdoor exercise amongst habitual exercisers.

ABSTRACT: The effects of air pollution on health outcomes are well-established. However, little is known about perceptions of air pollution and how it may influence exercise behaviours. The aim of this study was to understand the perceived importance of air pollution during planned exercise, and where relevant, explore how those perceptions may differ between those living in different locations. A questionnaire was disseminated to several running and cycling clubs in the United Kingdom, covering population characteristics to determine urban, rural or coastal residents and exercisers, self-reported asthma, perceptions of air quality during active travel, planned exercise and attitudes towards learning more about the topic. Anonymised responses were gained from 381 adult participants (≥18 years and 60

SUBMITTER: Moloney S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11534648 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature