Definitions of determinants of physical activity behaviour: process and outcome of consensus from the DE-PASS expert group.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite extensive research on physical activity behaviour (PAB), consensus is lacking on related terms and definitions, thereby hindering the ability to compare findings between studies and to develop reliable assessment tools. This study therefore aimed to establish consensus on the definitions of key PAB determinants.

Methods

First, an international expert steering committee was established, comprising members of the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) action "DEterminants of Physical ActivitieS in Settings" (DE-PASS). Recently published review-level studies were used to identify key determinants of PAB. Two independent reviewers systematically reviewed the literature to catalogue the range of definitions used for key determinants of PAB (steps

SUBMITTER: Dygryn J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11921651 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature