Environmental Factors Affecting Physical Activity in Japanese Men
Author Information
Author(s): Yung Liao, Kazuhiro Harada, Ai Shibata, Kaori Ishii, Koichiro Oka, Yoshio Nakamura, Shigeru Inoue, Teruichi Shimomitsu
Primary Institution: Waseda University
Hypothesis
The study aims to examine the perceived environmental correlates of physical activity among normal-weight and overweight Japanese men.
Conclusion
The study found that different environmental factors influence physical activity levels in normal-weight and overweight men, suggesting tailored intervention strategies are needed.
Supporting Evidence
- Good access to recreational facilities was positively associated with physical activity.
- Seeing people being active encouraged both normal-weight and overweight men to engage in physical activity.
- Access to public transport and crime safety were significant factors affecting physical activity levels.
Takeaway
The places where people live can affect how much they exercise, and this is different for men who are normal weight compared to those who are overweight.
Methodology
An internet-based cross-sectional survey was conducted with 1,420 men aged 30-59, analyzing their physical activity and perceived environmental factors.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may lead to underestimation of weight status and inaccurate physical activity time due to recall bias.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inferences, and self-reported measures may introduce bias.
Participant Demographics
Participants were Japanese men aged 30-59, with a mean age of 44.4 years; 31.1% were overweight.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.03 for access to public transport, 0.01 for crime safety during the day
Confidence Interval
95% CI reported for various environmental factors
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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