Epidemiological studies suggest that living close to the natural environment is associated
with long-term health benefits including reduced death rates, reduced cardiovascular …

Utilization and Harmonization of Adult Accelerometry Data: Review and Expert Consensus -
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Previous studies often assume a pre-specified relationship between walking and the built
environment. Using data from 702 older adults in Nanjing (China), this study employs a …

Problem: Localities and states are turning to land planning and urban design for help in
reducing automobile use and related social and environmental costs. The effects of such …

Impacted by the compounding effects of climate change and urbanization, cities are facing a
panoply of risks that threaten their sustainability. Recognizing the potentially catastrophic …

Although many studies have revealed the relationship between the built environment and
active travel among older adults, limited studies offer insights into gender differences. Using …

Abstract In the United States, health disparities in obesity and obesity-related illnesses have
been the subject of growing concern. To better understand how obesity-related health …

Background Empirical evidence suggests that an association between the built environment
and physical activity exists. This evidence is mostly derived from cross-sectional studies that …

As a spatial concept, density is a useful tool in predicting and controlling land use. However,
policymakers, practitioners, academics and citizens are often uncertain about how density …

Objectives. We conducted a systematic review of the literature examining the relationship
between built environments (eg, parks, trails, sidewalks) and physical activity (PA) or obesity …