Purpose In response to calls for more specificity when measuring physical activity, this study
examined perceived correlates of this behavior in rural adults separately by the domain in …

The purpose of this study was to analyze the difference in physical activity participation,
awareness of exercise facilities, institutional physical education requirements, number of …

This study applied Maehr and Braskamp's (1986) personal investment theory with the
leisure‐time physical activity setting to gain a better understanding of individuals' activity …

Reduced physical activity is particularly pronounced among lower income individuals and
racial/ethnic minorities, and may be related to unsupportive neighborhood environments for …

Background Studies argue that knowledge about motives for physical activity participation
can inform activities, initiatives and interventions to promote physical activity. However, most …

Parks represent a promising setting from which to study and increase physical activity levels.
Despite this promise, few investigations have examined user characteristics and recreation …

Regular physical activity has been shown to decrease the risk of many chronic health
problems (Haskell, Lee, Pate et al., 2007). Recent research has shown a steep decline in …

Objective: To examine socio-demographic and psychosocial moderators, and self-efficacy
as a mediator of the cross-sectional relationships between having access to recreational …

Background Physical activity behavior is influenced by numerous factors including
motivation, social interactions, and the walkability of the environment. Aim To examine how …

The decline of youth sport participation as a leisure outlet and the associated poor fitness
levels of adolescents in the United States are problematic trends. The pervasiveness of …