Is greater public transport use associated with higher levels of physical activity in a regional setting? Findings from a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Public transport users often accumulate more physical activity than motor vehicle users, but most studies have been conducted in large metropolitan areas with multiple public transport options with limited knowledge of the relationship in regional and rural areas. In a regional city, this pilot study aimed to (1) test the feasibility of preliminary hypotheses to inform future research, (2) test the utility of survey items, and (3) establish stakeholder engagement.

Methods

Data were collected via a cross-sectional online survey of 743 Tasmanian adults. Physical activity outcomes were walking (min/week), total moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity (min/week) and attainment of physical activity guidelines (yes/no). Transport variables were frequency of pu

SUBMITTER: Ragaini BS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8662899 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature