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Physical activity and sedentary behaviour among South Asian immigrants in Australia.

Mehwish NisarTracy L Kolbe-AlexanderAsaduzzaman Khan
Published in: Health promotion journal of Australia : official journal of Australian Association of Health Promotion Professionals (2023)
Most South Asian immigrants are insufficiently active with lack of socio-economically appropriate PA facilities identified as a major challenge. A stronger collaboration between policymakers and community is required for sustainable solutions. SO WHAT?: Affordable and appropriate PA facilities in neighbourhoods could overcome major barriers. Also, information about PA should incorporate cultural expectations in the general recommendations to encourage participation. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • body mass index
  • clinical practice
  • health information
  • sleep quality