The epidemiology of aerobic physical activity and muscle-strengthening activity guideline adherence among 383,928 U.S. adults.

Jason A BennieKatrien De CockerMegan J TeychenneWendy J BrownStuart J H Biddle

Published in: The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity (2019)

Eight out of ten U.S. adults do not meet the global physical activity guidelines. This study supports the need for comprehensive health promotion strategies to increase the uptake and adherence of MVPA-MSA among U.S. adults. Large-scale interventions should target specific population sub-groups including older adults, women, those with poorer health and lower education/income.

Keyphrases

physical activity
health promotion
healthcare
body mass index
mental health
public health
polycystic ovary syndrome
sleep quality
clinical practice
skeletal muscle
metabolic syndrome