Contribution of physical activity to intrinsic capacity differs in USA, UK, Europe and China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Within-country studies show that physical activity is associated with better intrinsic capacity.

Objectives

To examine whether the contribution of physical activity to intrinsic capacity varies between countries due to varying social determinants, and whether physical activity associates differently with only certain domains of intrinsic capacity.

Design

Prospective cohort studies.

Setting

Populations of the USA, UK, Europe, and China.

Participants

Nationally representative samples of middle-aged and older adults who were interviewed every two or three years.

Measurements

Intrinsic capacity was assessed according to the following domains: locomotor, vitality, cognition, vision and hearing, and psychological health. Physical activity was

SUBMITTER: Huang Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11863702 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature