We examined individual and environmental influences on park use among residents of two
low-income predominantly African American neighborhoods to identify determinants of park …

Physical and social environments of parks and neighborhoods influence park use, but the
extent of their relative influence remains unclear. This cross-sectional study examined the …

Concerns about safety and perceived threats have been considered responsible for lower
use of parks in high-poverty neighborhoods. To quantify the role of perceived threats on park …

The current study examined racial/ethnic differences in use of parks and park facilities and
features and self-reported park use and perceptions. We conducted observations in a …

OBJECTIVES: To determine if neighbourhood socio-economic status (SES) is associated
with park use and park-based physical activity. STUDY DESIGN: Cross-sectional study …

Purpose To document park use and park and neighborhood environment characteristics in
rural communities, and to examine the relationship between park characteristics and park …

A rich literature indicates that individuals of lower socio-economic status engage in less
leisure time physical activity than individuals of higher socio-economic status. However, the …

Parks may provide opportunities for people to increase their physical activity and improve
health. Yet, parks are generally less plentiful and underutilized in low-income urban …

Researchers have clearly identified the importance of green space to promote mental and
physical health among humans. In urban areas, public parks are essential for providing …

Objective To examine disparities in park availability, features, and characteristics by income
and the percentage of foreign-born population within a predominately-Hispanic border …