Associations between the built environment and jogging behaviour based on voluntarily contributed tracking data: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Running is a widely promoted form of physical activity with significant public health benefits, yet the built environment influences its engagement. Existing evidence on the associations between the built environment and running behaviour remains heterogeneous, with prior reviews not quantifying the overall effect sizes. Additionally, gaps persist in understanding how emerging geospatial data, such as volunteered geographic information (VGI), can enhance insights into runnability.

Aim

To provide (1) a comprehensive synthesis of the literature and meta-analysis of the evidence for the effects of the built environment on jogging behaviour, and (2) to identify methodological limitations and future research priorities for promoting running-inclusive cities.

Methods

SUBMITTER: Huang D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12713236 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature