There is a need for greater understanding of how perceptions and objective measures of the
physical environment influence physical activity among seniors. The goal of this study was to …

A walkable environment is a crucial factor for promoting active transportation. The purpose
of this study is to examine the association between neighborhood walkability and active …

Background Outdoor mobility is critical to the quality of life and health of older adults. The
neighbourhood environment is one of the factors that influences mobility, but it is often …

Research examining built environment (BE) characteristics and walking/cycling behaviors
has been conducted primarily in high-income countries and conclusions cannot be applied …

Method Included in this review were 13 reviews published between 2002 and 2006 and 29
original studies published in 2005 and up through May 2006. Results were summarized …

Research has indicated the built environment strongly influences active transportation,
though the specific mechanisms through which active transport occurs differ in findings. This …

Objectives Sitting time is a public health concern. This study examined associations of
objectively measured neighbourhood environmental attributes with non-transport sitting time …

BACKGROUND: Research of the effects of the built environment on physical activity often
excludes certain segments of the population. The senior population, one segment perhaps …

Policies and interventions involving the built environment have become a promising
opportunity for the promotion of walking as a sustainable transportation mode. Among …

Studies of the relationship between walking and urban form consistently show that
pedestrian‐friendly neighbourhoods encourage local walking. However, the geographic …