Socioeconomic status (SES) is known to influence strongly both life expectancy and healthy
life expectancy. Whilst there are multiple factors with complex interactions that provide the …

Background Public health guidance and associated interventions seek to bring about
change in diet and physical activity behaviours to improve life expectancy and healthy life …

Background Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of mortality worldwide. Early
childhood is a critical period when healthy behaviours can be instilled for a future active …

There are large social inequalities in health. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the
effects of a family intervention on physical activity (PA) and sedentary time (ST) in children …

Gender gaps in physical activity (PA) exist with women being less active than men. Multiple
cultural and psychosocial factors influence women's ability to successfully negotiate barriers …

Objective To describe and compare Pacific and non‐Pacific mothers' perceived barriers and
incentives to physical activity (PA) in New Zealand, and compare perceptions between …

Background: The purpose of this study was to identify and determine the influence of
perceived intrinsic barriers to physical activity among mothers living in rural areas. Methods …

Mothers of young children are a population sub-group with one of the lowest levels of
physical activity. This paper presents the findings from a qualitative study with 40 Australian …

Background A physically active life promotes both physical and mental health, increasing
well-being and quality of life. Physical activity (PA) performed outdoors has been found to be …

Information received by women regarding physical activity during and after pregnancy often
lacks clarity and may be conflicting and confusing. Without clear, engaging, accessible …