The unbuilt environment: culture moderates the built environment for physical activity
Abstract Background While research has demonstrated a link between the built environment and obesity, much variation remains unexplained. Physical features are necessary, but not sufficient, for physical activity: residents must choose to use these features in health-promoting ways. This article rev...
Main Authors: | Andrew J. Perrin, Neal Caren, Asheley C. Skinner, Adebowale Odulana, Eliana M. Perrin |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2016-12-01
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Series: | BMC Public Health |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-016-3866-3 |
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