Continuity and changes in commuting mode and influence on physical activity, BMI and waist circumference among Finnish adults
Kasper, S., Kukko, T., Kaseva, K., Tammelin, T., Yang, X., Raitakari, O. T., & Hakonen, H. (2022). Continuity and changes in commuting mode and influence on physical activity, BMI and waist circumference among Finnish adults. European Journal of Public Health, 32(Supplement 2), ii98. https://doi.org/10.1093/eurpub/ckac095.096
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Regular physical activity (PA) has been found to be important for cardiovascular health and longevity. However, notable proportion of adult population does not meet the national PA recommendations. Active transport is one domain of physical activity, that could be a time-efficient way to increase PA and reach the national recommendations. Additionally, it could have a positive effect to body composition.
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