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Physical Activity
Articles in this collection assess physical activity as it relates to improved public health. Many investigate the link between physical activity and reduced risk of major health conditions including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. Other topics include community-based physical activity interventions, from improved access to parks and green space to supporting active transportation via walking and bicycle paths.
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Disparities in Activity and Traffic Fatalities by Race/Ethnicity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 63Issue 2p160–167Published online: June 7, 2022- Matthew A. Raifman
- Ernani F. Choma
Cited in Scopus: 0Traffic fatalities remain a major public health challenge despite progress made during recent decades. This study develops exposure-based estimates of fatalities per mile traveled for pedestrians, cyclists, and light-duty vehicle occupants and describes disparities by race/ethnicity, including a subanalysis of fatality rates during darkness and in urban areas. - Review Article
Resistance Training and Mortality Risk: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 63Issue 2p277–285Published online: May 19, 2022- Prathiyankara Shailendra
- Katherine L. Baldock
- L.S. Katrina Li
- Jason A. Bennie
- Terry Boyle
Cited in Scopus: 0This study aimed to systematically review and meta-analyze the relationship between resistance training and all-cause, cardiovascular disease, and cancer mortality. - Research Article
The Relationship Between Environmental Exposures and Post-Stroke Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 63Issue 2p251–261Published online: March 28, 2022- Erica Twardzik
- Philippa J. Clarke
- Lynda L. Lisabeth
- Susan H. Brown
- Steven P. Hooker
- Suzanne E. Judd
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 0Post-stroke physical activity has widespread health benefits. Environmental exposures may shape post-stroke physical activity behavior. This study investigates the relationships between environmental exposures and post-stroke physical activity. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Adaptive Goals and Reinforcement Timing to Increase Physical Activity in Adults: A Factorial Randomized Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 62Issue 2e57–e68Published online: December 8, 2021- Marc A. Adams
- Michael Todd
- Siddhartha S. Angadi
- Jane C. Hurley
- Chad Stecher
- Vincent Berardi
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 1Potent lifestyle interventions to increase moderate-to-vigorous physical activity are urgently needed for population-level chronic disease prevention. This trial tested the independent and joint effects of a mobile health system automating adaptive goal setting and immediate financial reinforcement for increasing daily walking among insufficiently active adults. - Review Article
Effects of Gamified Smartphone Applications on Physical Activity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 62Issue 4p602–613Published online: December 7, 2021- Yanxiang Yang
- Huijun Hu
- Joerg Koenigstorfer
Cited in Scopus: 0This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to examine the impacts of standalone gamified smartphone application-delivered interventions on physical activity. - GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH PROMOTION AND PREVENTION: Research Article
Perceived Urban Environment Attributes and Device-Measured Physical Activity in Latin America: An 8-Nation Study
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 62Issue 4p635–645Published online: November 19, 2021- Gerson Ferrari
- André O. Werneck
- Danilo R. Silva
- Irina Kovalskys
- Georgina Gómez
- Attilio Rigotti
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 1Attributes of the neighborhood-built environment are associated with self-reported physical activity, but only a few studies have concentrated on device-measured physical activity in Latin America. This study examines the associations of perceived neighborhood-built environment attributes, device-measured sedentary time, and light-intensity and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity in adults from 8 Latin American countries. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Association of Membership at a Medical Fitness Facility With Adverse Health Outcomes
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 5e215–e224Published in issue: November, 2021- Ranveer Brar
- Alan Katz
- Thomas Ferguson
- Reid H. Whitlock
- Michelle Di Nella
- Clara Bohm
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 0Interventions that increase physical activity behavior can reduce morbidity and prolong life, but long-term effects in large populations are unproven. This study investigates the association of medical fitness facility membership and frequency of attendance with all-cause mortality and rate of hospitalization. - Research Article
Physical Inactivity From Childhood to Adolescence and Incident Depression
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 62Issue 2p211–218Published online: October 23, 2021- Larissa Redig
- Natan Feter
- Samuel C. Dumith
- Marlos R. Domingues
- Airton J. Rombaldi
Cited in Scopus: 1The long-term impact of physical activity during early life on the risk of depression in later stages of adulthood remains unclear. This study examines the association between physical activity during childhood and adolescence and the incidence of depressive symptoms in early, middle, and late adulthood. - Research Brief
The Association Between Neighborhood Public Transportation Usage and Youth Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 5p733–737Published online: August 13, 2021- Isa Granados
- Elizabeth L. Haderer
- Cody D. Neshteruk
- Sarah C. Armstrong
- Asheley C. Skinner
- Emily M. D'Agostino
Cited in Scopus: 0Routine adolescent physical activity is a well-established predictor of positive health across the lifespan, although wide disparities in youth physical activity engagement persist across sex and race/ethnicity. Transportation barriers may be related to adolescents’ ability to access physical activity opportunities. This study examines the association between neighborhood public transportation usage and adolescent physical activity using a national sample. - Research Article
Couple-Based Physical Activity Planning for New Parents: A Randomized Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 4p518–528Published online: July 2, 2021- Ryan E. Rhodes
- Chris M. Blanchard
- Alison Quinlan
- Danielle Symons Downs
- Darren E.R. Warburton
- Mark R. Beauchamp
Cited in Scopus: 0The demands of parenthood may limit the pursuit of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA), establish inactivity patterns into middle age, and lead to long-term poorer health and well-being. The purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of a couple-based planning skills intervention to support MVPA from baseline (~2 months after birth) up to 6 months later in first-time parents. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Longitudinal Associations of Healthy Behaviors on Fitness in Adolescents: DADOS Study
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 3p410–417Published online: June 29, 2021- Maria Reyes Beltran-Valls
- Mireia Adelantado-Renau
- Jorge Mota
- Diego Moliner-Urdiales
Cited in Scopus: 0This study aims to investigate the individual and combined associations of physical activity, sedentary time, diet, and sleep at baseline on cardiorespiratory fitness at 24-month follow-up in adolescents. - Research Brief
Light-Intensity Physical Activity and Life Expectancy: National Health and Nutrition Survey
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 3p428–433Published online: May 10, 2021- Borja del Pozo Cruz
- Stuart J.H. Biddle
- Paul A. Gardiner
- Ding Ding
Cited in Scopus: 7Quantifying the years of life gained associated with light-intensity physical activity may be important for risk communication in public health. Because no studies have examined the role of light-intensity physical activity in life expectancy, this study aims to quantify the years of life gained from light-intensity physical activity in a population-based U.S. sample. - Research Article
Physical Activity and Hypertension From Young Adulthood to Middle Age
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 6p757–765Published online: April 15, 2021- Jason M. Nagata
- Eric Vittinghoff
- Kelley Pettee Gabriel
- Andrea K. Garber
- Andrew E. Moran
- Stephen Sidney
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 1The optimum physical activity dose to achieve during young adulthood to prevent hypertension using the 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association guidelines remains undefined. This study aims to determine the association between level and change in physical activity through the adult life course and the onset of hypertension using these 2017 definitions. - Research Article
Neighborhood Green Land Cover and Neighborhood-Based Walking in U.S. Older Adults
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 1e13–e20Published online: March 27, 2021- Lilah M. Besser
- Diana P. Mitsova
Cited in Scopus: 0Greenspace exposure has been associated with physical activity, but few studies have investigated its association with physical activity in the residential neighborhood. This study investigates whether greater amounts of neighborhood open space and forest are associated with neighborhood-based walking in older adults. - Research Article
Increase in Regular Leisure-Time Physical Activity in Spanish Adults Between 1987 and 2017
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 61Issue 2e73–e79Published online: March 27, 2021- Rubén López-Bueno
- Lee Smith
- Mark A. Tully
- Jae Il Shin
- Joaquín Calatayud
- Guillermo F. López-Sánchez
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 2The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity has increased in recent decades, but values differ significantly among countries. Owing to the improvement of living standards, a higher frequency of leisure-time physical activity is expected in Western countries such as Spain, but there is a lack of research involving large, representative samples during a prolonged temporal frame to confirm this tendency. - Research Article
The Fueling Learning Through Exercise Study Cluster RCT: Impact on Children's Moderate-to-Vigorous Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 6e239–e249Published online: March 26, 2021- Jennifer M. Sacheck
- Catherine M. Wright
- Sarah A. Amin
- Stephanie Anzman-Frasca
- Virginia M. Chomitz
- Kenneth K. Chui
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 2Most children do not meet the recommendations for school-time and daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, with significant demographic disparities and declines over the elementary school years. Investigators examined the impact of Fueling Learning through Exercise study school-based physical activity programs on school-time and total daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity among lower-income school children. - Research Methods
Validity of the Exercise Vital Sign Tool to Assess Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 6p866–872Published online: March 26, 2021- Jennifer L. Kuntz
- Deborah R. Young
- Brian E. Saelens
- Lawrence D. Frank
- Richard T. Meenan
- John F. Dickerson
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 1Assessment and counseling by healthcare providers can successfully increase physical activity; however, a valid instrument to effectively measure physical activity is needed. This study examines the validity of the Exercise Vital Sign tool by comparing Exercise Vital Sign data collected at Kaiser Permanente Northwest with accelerometry data. - Research Brief
Mobility Patterns Before, During, and Anticipated After the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Opportunity to Nurture Bicycling
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 6e277–e279Published online: March 2, 2021- Johnathon P. Ehsani
- Jeffrey P. Michael
- Michelle L. Duren
- Yeeli Mui
- Keshia M. Pollack Porter
Cited in Scopus: 7The purpose of this study is to quantify the immediate and anticipated effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on local travel in the U.S. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Effectiveness of Minimal Contact Interventions: An RCT
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 3e111–e121Published in issue: March, 2021- Samantha Hajna
- Stephen J. Sharp
- Andrew J.M. Cooper
- Kate M. Williams
- Esther M.F. van Sluijs
- Soren Brage
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 1Around 23% of adults worldwide are insufficiently active. Wearable devices paired with virtual coaching software could increase physical activity. The effectiveness of 3 minimal contact interventions (paper-based physical activity diaries, activity trackers, and activity trackers coupled with virtual coaching) in increasing physical activity energy expenditure and cardiorespiratory fitness were compared over 12 weeks among inactive adults. - Research Article
Sports- and Physical Activity–Related Concussion and Risk for Youth Violence
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 3p352–359Published online: January 7, 2021- Richard Lowry
- Juliet Haarbauer-Krupa
- Matthew J. Breiding
- Thomas R. Simon
Cited in Scopus: 6Sports and physical activities are an important cause of traumatic brain injury among adolescents. Childhood traumatic brain injury has been associated with cognitive impairment, emotional problems, and impaired behavior control, and these neuropsychological changes may place these youth at increased risk for engagement in violence-related behaviors. - Review Article
Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Interventions in Faith-Based Settings: A Systematic Review Using the Reach, Effectiveness/Efficacy, Adoption, Implementation, Maintenance Framework
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 1p127–135Published in issue: January, 2021- Caroline G. Dunn
- Sara Wilcox
- Ruth P. Saunders
- Andrew T. Kaczynski
- Christine E. Blake
- Gabrielle M. Turner-McGrievy
Cited in Scopus: 3Faith-based health interventions may improve obesity-related health behaviors, including healthy eating and physical activity. However, the generalizability of results and comprehensiveness of reporting for critical design elements sufficient for large-scale implementation and broad public health impact are unclear. This review assesses the degree to which faith-based healthy eating and physical activity programs report intervention elements using the reach, effectiveness/efficacy, adoption, implementation, maintenance framework. - Research Article
The Dose–Response Relationship Between Physical Activity and Cardiometabolic Health in Adolescents
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 1p95–103Published in issue: January, 2021- Karishma Sriram
- Hillary S. Mulder
- Heather R. Frank
- Taruni S. Santanam
- Asheley C. Skinner
- Eliana M. Perrin
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 4This study examines the dose–response relationship between moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and cardiometabolic measures in adolescents. - Community Guide Review
Economics of Interventions to Increase Active Travel to School: A Community Guide Systematic Review
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 1e27–e40Published in issue: January, 2021- Verughese Jacob
- Sajal K. Chattopadhyay
- Jeffrey A. Reynolds
- David P. Hopkins
- Jennifer A. Morgan
- David R. Brown
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 4The number of children who bicycle or walk to school has steadily declined in the U.S. and other high-income countries. In response, several countries responded in recent years by funding infrastructure and noninfrastructure programs that improve the safety, convenience, and attractiveness of active travel to school. The objective of this study is to synthesize the economic evidence for the cost and benefit of these programs. - COMMUNITY GUIDE COMMENTARY
Economic Benefits of Promoting Safe Walking and Biking to School: Creating Momentum for Community Improvements
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 1e41–e43Published in issue: January, 2021- Ruth Petersen
- Margo S. Pedroso
Cited in Scopus: 4Community-level strategies to promote physical activity have the potential to improve health and well-being and lower the risks and costs of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and some cancers.1–3 What strategies communities choose to implement need to be informed by evidence and implementation science. An important source for such information comes from the Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF).3 This independent, nonfederal panel of public health and prevention experts provides evidence-based findings and recommendations about community preventive services, programs, and other interventions aimed at improving population health, including physical activity interventions. - Research Article
Exercise and Diet Counseling Trends From 2002 to 2015: A Serial Cross-Sectional Study of U.S. Adults With Cardiovascular Disease Risk
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 2e59–e67Published online: December 17, 2020- Felipe Lobelo
- Krittin J. Supapannachart
- Tianyi Zhou
- Jennifer K. Frediani
Cited in Scopus: 0Exercise and dietary behavioral counseling are effective clinical practices recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force to reduce cardiovascular disease risk among high-risk individuals. - Research Article
Combined Associations of Work and Leisure Time Physical Activity on Incident Diabetes Risk
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 60Issue 3e149–e158Published online: November 25, 2020- Aviroop Biswas
- Mahée Gilbert-Ouimet
- Cameron A. Mustard
- Richard H. Glazier
- Peter M. Smith
Cited in Scopus: 3This study examines the separate and combined relationships between occupational physical activity (characterized by nonaerobic activities such as heavy lifting and prolonged standing) and leisure time physical activity on future diabetes incidence. - Research MethodsOpen Access
Sedentary Behavior in Children by Wearable Cameras: Development of an Annotation Protocol
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 6p880–886Published online: November 4, 2020- Johanna M. Hänggi
- Simon Spinnler
- Efstathios Christodoulides
- Elke Gramespacher
- Wolfgang Taube
- Aiden Doherty
Cited in Scopus: 3There is increasing evidence that not all types of sedentary behavior have the same harmful effects on children's health. Hence, there has been a growing interest in the use of wearable cameras. The aim of this study is to develop a protocol to categorize children's wearable camera data into sedentary behavior components. - Research Article
Leisure Time Physical Activity in Relation to Mortality Among African American Women
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 5p704–713Published online: September 2, 2020- Shanshan Sheehy
- Julie R. Palmer
- Lynn Rosenberg
Cited in Scopus: 3African American women have a life expectancy 2.7 years shorter than that of white women and are less likely than white women to meet national physical activity guidelines. Physical activity has been found to reduce mortality, but evidence concerning African American women is limited. - Research Article
U.S. Children Meeting Physical Activity, Screen Time, and Sleep Guidelines
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 4p513–521Published online: August 27, 2020- Ciarán P. Friel
- Andrea T. Duran
- Ari Shechter
- Keith M. Diaz
Cited in Scopus: 16Physical inactivity, high screen time, and short sleep are targets of public health initiatives for children. However, few data exist on how many U.S. children meet guidelines for these behaviors—data vital to inform which needs greater targeting. This study describes national prevalence estimates of U.S. children who meet physical activity, screen time, and sleep guidelines alone or in combination across each childhood year. - Research Brief
Disparities in Youth Sports Participation in the U.S., 2017–2018
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 5e207–e210Published online: July 30, 2020- Eric T. Hyde
- John D. Omura
- Janet E. Fulton
- Sarah M. Lee
- Katrina L. Piercy
- Susan A. Carlson
Cited in Scopus: 8In 2019, the National Youth Sports Strategy was released and called for regular analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of U.S. youth sports surveillance data. The purpose of this study is to provide the recent national estimates of U.S. youth aged 6–17 years who participate in sports and examine the differences in participation by demographic characteristics, overall and across age groups. - Research Article
Associations of Activity and Sleep With Quality of Life: A Compositional Data Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 3p412–419Published online: July 23, 2020- Sanne Verhoog
- Kim V.E. Braun
- Arjola Bano
- Frank J.A. van Rooij
- Oscar H. Franco
- Chantal M. Koolhaas
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 2Associations between time spent on physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep and quality of life are usually studied without considering that their combined time is fixed. This study investigates the reallocation of time spent on physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep during the 24-hour day and their associations with quality of life. - Research Letter
Awareness of Physical Activity Guidelines Among Rural Women
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 1p143–145Published in issue: July, 2020- Jessica S. Gorzelitz
- Kristen M. Malecki
- Lisa A. Cadmus-Bertram
Cited in Scopus: 1Physical activity is a key determinant of health, yet rural populations often face poorer health outcomes and health disparities.1,2 Rural areas have more poverty, lower health-related resources, and less health communication resources including messages about physical activity.2,3 In 2018, HHS released updated physical activity guidelines. These guidelines maintained the previous (2008) recommendation that individuals should engage in both aerobic activity (150 minutes/week of moderate intensity or 75 minutes/week of vigorous intensity) and muscle-strengthening activity (targeting all major muscle groups at least twice weekly). - Research Article
Randomized Trial of a Physical Activity Intervention for Latino Men: Activo
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 2p219–227Published online: May 21, 2020- Britta A. Larsen
- Tanya J. Benitez
- Andrea S. Mendoza-Vasconez
- Sheri J. Hartman
- Sarah E. Linke
- Dori J. Pekmezi
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 4Latino men experience disproportionately high rates of diseases related to low physical activity, yet they are poorly represented in physical activity intervention trials. Efforts to promote physical activity in Latina women show promising results, yet such interventions are yet to be extended to Latino men. This study tested a computer expert system‒tailored, text messaging-supported physical activity intervention for underactive Spanish-speaking Latino men compared with a control group matched for contact time. - Research Article
Moving Toward Physical Activity Targets by Walking to Transit: National Household Transportation Survey, 2001–2017
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 3e115–e123Published online: May 16, 2020- Vi T. Le
- Andrew L. Dannenberg
Cited in Scopus: 3Public transportation systems can help people engage in physical activity. This study assesses sociodemographic correlates and trends in the daily time spent walking to and from transit in the U.S. from 2001 to 2017. - Research Article
Current and 1-Year Psychological and Physical Effects of Replacing Sedentary Time With Time in Other Behaviors
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 59Issue 1p12–20Published online: May 14, 2020- Jacob D. Meyer
- Laura D. Ellingson
- Matthew P. Buman
- Robin P. Shook
- Gregory A. Hand
- Steven N. Blair
Cited in Scopus: 2Sedentary time is inversely associated with health. Capturing 24 hours of behavior (i.e., sleep, sedentary, light physical activity, and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity) is necessary to understand behavior–health associations. - Review Article
Potential Impact of Autonomous Vehicles on Movement Behavior: A Scoping Review
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 6e191–e199Published online: March 7, 2020- John C. Spence
- Yeong-Bae Kim
- Carminda G. Lamboglia
- Cliff Lindeman
- Amie J. Mangan
- Ashley P. McCurdy
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 17This scoping review examines the literature as it relates to autonomous vehicles and impact on movement behavior (i.e., physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep) or mode choice (e.g., public transit), beliefs about movement behavior or mode choice, or impact on environments that may influence movement behavior or mode choice. - Research Article
Older Adults’ Physical Activity and Healthcare Costs, 2003–2014
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 5e141–e148Published online: February 14, 2020- Mikihiro Sato
- James Du
- Yuhei Inoue
- Daniel C. Funk
- France Weaver
Cited in Scopus: 3Research has documented the health benefits of physical activity among older adults, but the relationship between physical activity and healthcare costs remains unexplored at the population level. Using data from 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, this study investigates the extent to which physical activity prevalence is associated with healthcare costs among older adults. - Research Article
Perception of Safety and Its Association With Physical Activity in Adolescents in Mexico
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 5p748–755Published online: February 13, 2020- Maria E. Hermosillo-Gallardo
- Simon J. Sebire
- Russell Jago
Cited in Scopus: 5Low levels of physical activity are associated with several noncommunicable diseases. In Mexico, 39.5% of adolescents do not meet WHO physical activity guidelines. Previous literature suggests an association between perception of safety and physical activity. This paper examines the association between perceived crime and pedestrian safety and physical activity in Mexican adolescents. - Research Article
A Social Networking and Gamified App to Increase Physical Activity: Cluster RCT
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 2e51–e62Published in issue: February, 2020- Sarah M. Edney
- Tim S. Olds
- Jillian C. Ryan
- Corneel Vandelanotte
- Ronald C. Plotnikoff
- Rachel G. Curtis
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 20Appealing approaches to increasing physical activity levels are needed. This study evaluated whether a social and gamified smartphone app (Active Team) could be one such approach. - Research Article
Sedentary Time and Physical Activity Associations Between Child Care Educators and Children
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 4e105–e111Published online: January 29, 2020- Valerie Carson
- Kristi B. Adamo
- Nancy Ogden
- Gary S. Goldfield
- Anthony D. Okely
- Nicholas Kuzik
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 8This study examines the associations between objectively measured sedentary time and physical activity among child care educators and children in their direct care and aims to determine if the associations differed between toddlers (aged 19–35 months) and preschoolers (aged 36–60 months). - Research Article
The Association Between State Physical Education Laws and Student Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 3p436–445Published online: December 20, 2019- Wanting Lin
- Julien Leider
- Ce Shang
- Erin Hennessy
- Frank M. Perna
- Jamie F. Chriqui
Cited in Scopus: 11This study examined the association between state physical education time requirements and physical activity and physical education outcomes among high school students. - Research Brief
Physical Activity and Use of Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes Among Young Adults
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 4p580–583Published online: December 19, 2019- Pallav Pokhrel
- Simone Schmid
- Ian Pagano
Cited in Scopus: 7Physical activity is known to be inversely associated with cigarette smoking among young people. However, evidence is not clear about the association between physical activity and e-cigarette use. Young people who otherwise lead a healthy lifestyle are attracted to e-cigarettes for nicotine or flavor consumption given the low harm perceptions associated with e-cigarette use. This is of concern given the potentially serious adverse health consequences of some forms of e-cigarette use. This study tested the hypotheses that increased physical activity is associated with lower levels of cigarette and e-cigarette use, both cross-sectionally and prospectively. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Active Children Through Individual Vouchers Evaluation: A Mixed-Method RCT
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 2p232–243Published online: December 16, 2019- Michaela L. James
- Danielle Christian
- Samantha C. Scott
- Charlotte E. Todd
- Gareth Stratton
- Joanne Demmler
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 7Physical activity declines in adolescence, especially among those in deprived areas. Research suggests this may result from accessibility barriers (e.g., cost and locality). The Active Children Through Individual Vouchers Evaluation RCT aimed to improve the fitness and heart health of teenagers in Wales with the help of teenagers who co-produced the study. - Review Article
Impact of Pokémon Go on Physical Activity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 2p270–282Published online: December 10, 2019- Madina Khamzina
- Kaustubh V. Parab
- Ruopeng An
- Tiffany Bullard
- Diana S. Grigsby-Toussaint
Cited in Scopus: 26Pokémon Go is a popular mobile augmented reality game that requires players to travel to different locations to capture virtual characters. This study systematically reviews and quantifies Pokémon Go in relation to physical activity engagement among players. - Research Article
Diet and Physical Activity Prevention Research Supported by the U.S. NIH From 2012–2017
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 6p818–825Published in issue: December, 2019- Ashley J. Vargas
- Kyle Sprow
- Jennifer L. Lerman
- Jennifer Villani
- Karen S. Regan
- Rachel M. Ballard
Cited in Scopus: 1Poor diet and inadequate physical activity are common contributors to preventable death in the U.S. This paper provides a summary of the NIH-sponsored research on disease prevention that underlies public health and clinical recommendations to improve diet and physical activity. - Review Article
Text Message Interventions for Physical Activity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 1p142–151Published online: November 21, 2019- Diana M. Smith
- Laura Duque
- Jeff C. Huffman
- Brian C. Healy
- Christopher M. Celano
Cited in Scopus: 25Despite clear health benefits, many individuals fail to achieve the recommended levels of physical activity. Text message interventions to promote physical activity hold promise owing to the ubiquity of cell phones and the low expense of text message delivery. - Research Article
Vaping, Smoking, and the Physical Fitness of Active Young Men
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 58Issue 1e31–e37Published online: November 21, 2019- Eero Dinkeloo
- Tyson L. Grier
- Raina D. Brooks
- Bruce H. Jones
Cited in Scopus: 3Adverse effects of cigarette smoking on physical performance are well studied. Because of the recent rise in popularity of vaping, it is important to evaluate its effect on fitness both independently and in conjunction with traditional cigarette use. - Review Article
Correlates of Physical Activity Among Disadvantaged Groups: A Systematic Review
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 5p700–715Published in issue: November, 2019- Melinda Craike
- Matthew Bourke
- Toni A. Hilland
- Glen Wiesner
- Michaela C. Pascoe
- Enrique Garcia Bengoechea
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 9Socioeconomically disadvantaged adults have lower engagement in leisure-time physical activity than those who are more affluent. Identification of correlates of physical activity can inform the design of effective interventions. The aim of this systematic review was to identify consistent correlates of unspecified physical activity and leisure-time physical activity among socioeconomically disadvantaged adults. - Research Article
Efficacy of an m-Health Physical Activity and Sleep Health Intervention for Adults: A Randomized Waitlist-Controlled Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 4p503–514Published in issue: October, 2019- Beatrice Murawski
- Ronald C. Plotnikoff
- Anna T. Rayward
- Christopher Oldmeadow
- Corneel Vandelanotte
- Wendy J. Brown
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 24Interventions that improve both physical activity and sleep quality may be more effective in improving overall health. The purpose of the Synergy Study is to test the efficacy of a mobile health combined behavior intervention targeting physical activity and sleep quality. - Review Article
Physical Activity and Anxiety: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 4p545–556Published in issue: October, 2019- Cillian P. McDowell
- Rodney K. Dishman
- Brett R. Gordon
- Matthew P. Herring
Cited in Scopus: 90Anxiety symptoms and disorders are highly prevalent and costly. Prospective studies suggest that physical activity may prevent anxiety development; however, this body of literature has not been reviewed comprehensively. - Research Article
Home Visit Intervention Promotes Lifestyle Changes: Results of an RCT in Mexican Americans
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 5p611–620Published online: September 27, 2019- Michelle L. Vidoni
- MinJae Lee
- Lisa Mitchell-Bennett
- Belinda M. Reininger
Cited in Scopus: 8Hispanic populations are less likely that other ethnicities to meet physical activity guidelines. Community health worker (CHW) outreach is an effective delivery method for behavior change messages owing to shared culture, language, and life experience. This study examined the efficacy of a CHW-delivered intervention, Tu Salud ¡Si Cuenta! (Your Health Matters!) at Home Intervention, to promote physical activity among Mexican Americans. - Research Article
High School Physical Activity and Nutrition Policy: Summarizing Changes Over Time Using Latent Class Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 3e69–e76Published in issue: September, 2019- Bryan S. Blette
- Annie Green Howard
- Leah M. Frerichs
Cited in Scopus: 1High school physical activity and nutrition policies can substantially affect student behavior and outcomes. Although public health officials and legislators have advocated for policy improvements, the extent to which policies have changed at local levels is not well understood. This study identifies latent classes of physical activity and nutrition policy environments and explores changes in prevalence of these classes from 2000 to 2016. - Review Article
Sitting Time and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 3p408–416Published online: August 1, 2019- Daniel P. Bailey
- David J. Hewson
- Rachael B. Champion
- Suzan M. Sayegh
Cited in Scopus: 53Whether physical activity attenuates the association of total daily sitting time with cardiovascular disease and diabetes incidence is unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the association of total daily sitting time with cardiovascular disease and diabetes with and without adjustment for physical activity. - Research Article
Family Physical Activity Planning and Child Physical Activity Outcomes: A Randomized Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 2p135–144Published online: June 25, 2019- Ryan E. Rhodes
- Chris M. Blanchard
- Alison Quinlan
- Patti-Jean Naylor
- Darren E.R. Warburton
Cited in Scopus: 21Regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and high physical fitness are extremely important to the health of children and track to positive health profiles in adulthood. Family-based interventions to improve moderate-to-vigorous physical activity are essential given that children live within a structure of parental influence. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of a parent planning skills intervention to support child physical activity on the subsequent moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (primary outcome) and fitness of their children across 26 weeks (primary endpoint). - Research Article
Novel Smartphone Game Improves Physical Activity Behavior in Type 2 Diabetes
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 1p41–50Published online: May 22, 2019- Christoph Höchsmann
- Olivia Müller
- Muriel Ambühl
- Christopher Klenk
- Karsten Königstein
- Denis Infanger
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 17Many type 2 diabetes patients show insufficient levels of physical activity and are often unmotivated to change physical activity behaviors. This study investigated whether a newly developed smartphone game delivering individualized exercise and physical activity promotion through an elaborate storyline can generate sustained improvements in daily physical activity (steps/day). - Research Article
Association of Fitness With Racial Differences in Chronic Kidney Disease
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 1p68–76Published online: May 21, 2019- Amanda E. Paluch
- Lindsay R. Pool
- Tamara Isakova
- Cora E. Lewis
- Rupal Mehta
- Pamela J. Schreiner
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 0Non-white minorities are at higher risk for chronic kidney disease than non-Hispanic whites. Better cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with slower declines in estimated glomerular filtration rate and a lower incidence of chronic kidney disease. Little is known regarding associations of fitness with racial disparities in chronic kidney disease. - Research Article
Neighborhood Food Environment and Physical Activity Among U.S. Adolescents
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 57Issue 1p24–31Published online: May 16, 2019- Ashleigh M. Johnson
- Erin E. Dooley
- Leigh Ann Ganzar
- Christine E. Jovanovic
- Kathryn M. Janda
- Deborah Salvo
Cited in Scopus: 4Few U.S. adolescents meet physical activity guidelines. Although several neighborhood characteristics influence physical activity, the role of food-related features as potential drivers of adolescent physical activity remains understudied. Using representative U.S. data, authors examined the effect of the neighborhood food environment on adolescents’ out-of-school physical activity. - Research Article
Prevalence and Correlates of Receiving Medical Advice to Increase Physical Activity in U.S. Adults: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2013–2016
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 6p834–843Published online: April 17, 2019- Marissa L. Zwald
- Brian K. Kit
- Tala H.I. Fakhouri
- Jeff P. Hughes
- Lara J. Akinbami
Cited in Scopus: 10National objectives recommend healthcare professionals provide physical activity advice. This study examined health and demographic characteristics associated with receipt of medical advice to increase physical activity among U.S. health care–utilizing adults and differences in associations by age group. - Research Brief
Mortality Risk Reductions for Replacing Sedentary Time With Physical Activities
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 5p736–741Published online: March 21, 2019- Erika Rees-Punia
- Ellen M. Evans
- Michael D. Schmidt
- Jennifer L. Gay
- Charles E. Matthews
- Susan M. Gapstur
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 19Excess sitting is a risk factor for early mortality. This may be resulting, at least in part, from the displacement of physical activity with sedentary behaviors. The purpose of this observational study was to examine the mortality risk reductions associated with replacing 30minutes/day sitting for an equivalent duration of light or moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). - Research Article
One Hour a Week: Moving to Prevent Disability in Adults With Lower Extremity Joint Symptoms
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 5p664–672Published online: March 19, 2019- Dorothy D. Dunlop
- Jing Song
- Jennifer M. Hootman
- Michael C. Nevitt
- Pamela A. Semanik
- Jungwha Lee
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 16Physical activity guidelines recommend minimum thresholds. This study sought to identify evidence-based thresholds to maintain disability-free status over 4years among adults with lower extremity joint symptoms. - Review Article
Physical Activity Levels and New Public Transit: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 3p464–473Published in issue: March, 2019- Christina Xiao
- Yevgeniy Goryakin
- Michele Cecchini
Cited in Scopus: 26Physical inactivity is a public health concern as it contributes to the rising burden of noncommunicable diseases. Introducing new public transportation options, such as extending or building new light rail or bus rapid transit stations, could encourage commuters to walk to and from public transit stops, thus increasing their physical activity levels. Despite previous research generally finding positive associations between public transit usage and physical activity levels, few have summarized the association between introducing new public transportation options and different intensities of physical activity. - Research Article
Wellness Committee Status and Local Wellness Policy Implementation Over Time
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 3e75–e83Published in issue: March, 2019- Carolyn D. McIlree
- Hannah G. Lane
- Yan Wang
- Erin R. Hager
Cited in Scopus: 2Local Wellness Policies are school-district documents containing guidelines for schools to promote nutrition/physical activity. In cross-sectional studies, schools with wellness committees are more likely to implement Local Wellness Policies. This prospective cohort study examines associations between wellness committee status over time and change in Local Wellness Policy implementation using a biennial, statewide survey. - Research Article
Exercise Videogames, Physical Activity, and Health: Wii Heart Fitness: A Randomized Clinical Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 4p501–511Published online: February 16, 2019- Beth C. Bock
- Shira I. Dunsiger
- Joseph T. Ciccolo
- Eva R. Serber
- Wen-Chih Wu
- Peter Tilkemeier
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 22Adults who engage in regular physical activity have lower rates of morbidity and mortality than those who do not. Exercise videogames may offer an attractive, sustainable alternative or supplement to traditional modes of exercise. This study compared exercise videogames with standard exercise modalities for improving uptake and maintenance of moderate to vigorous physical activity, and health risk indices. - Research Article
Longitudinal Sedentary Time Among Females Aged 17 to 23 Years
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 4p540–547Published online: February 15, 2019- Deborah R. Young
- Margo A. Sidell
- Corinna Koebnick
- Brit I. Saksvig
- Yasmina Mohan
- Deborah A. Cohen
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 2Time spent in sedentary behaviors is a newer risk factor for poor cardiometabolic health. This study examined longitudinal correlates of sedentary time among a cohort of females from about age 17 to age 23 years. - Research Article
Physical Activity and Social Behaviors of Urban Children in Green Playgrounds
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 4p522–529Published online: February 14, 2019- Marcella A. Raney
- Colette F. Hendry
- Samantha A. Yee
Cited in Scopus: 30Nature exposure is associated with many wellbeing benefits. However, the influence of green space on the physical activity and social behaviors of children is not completely understood. The purpose of the study was to complete a stepwise impact evaluation of a large-scale playground greening project at a Title 1 elementary school in Los Angeles, California. - Research ArticleOpen Access
Change in Children's Physical Activity: Predictors in the Transition From Elementary to Middle School
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 3e65–e73Published online: January 15, 2019- Russell R. Pate
- Marsha Dowda
- Rod K. Dishman
- Natalie Colabianchi
- Ruth P. Saunders
- Kerry L. McIver
Cited in Scopus: 28Interventions to promote physical activity in children should be informed by knowledge of the factors that influence physical activity behavior during critical developmental transitions. The purpose of this study is to identify, from a comprehensive, multidomain set of factors, those that are associated with change in objectively measured physical activity in children as they transition from elementary to middle school. - Research Article
BMI, Physical Inactivity, and Pap Test Use in Asian Women in the U.S.
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 3e85–e94Published online: January 15, 2019- Dongyu Zhang
- Chengchen Zhang
- Xuezheng Sun
- Yuan Zhao
- Qi Tan
- Junmin Zhou
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 5In the U.S., limited epidemiologic studies have investigated associations between BMI and physical inactivity and Pap test use among Asian women. The aim was to disentangle associations using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System between 2014 and 2016. - Research Brief
Physical Activity and Performance Impact Long-term Quality of Life in Older Adults at Risk for Major Mobility Disability
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 1p141–146Published in issue: January, 2019- Erik J. Groessl
- Robert M. Kaplan
- W. Jack Rejeski
- Jeffrey A. Katula
- Nancy W. Glynn
- Abby C. King
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 32Older adults are a rapidly growing segment of the U.S. population. Mobility problems that lead to further disability can be addressed through physical activity interventions. Quality of life outcome results are reported from a large trial of physical activity for sedentary older adults at risk for mobility disability. - Research ArticleOpen Access
A Cluster-Randomized Trial on Small Incentives to Promote Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 2e45–e54Published online: December 13, 2018- Jan-Niklas Kramer
- Peter Tinschert
- Urte Scholz
- Elgar Fleisch
- Tobias Kowatsch
Cited in Scopus: 11There has been limited research investigating whether small financial incentives can promote participation, behavior change, and engagement in physical activity promotion programs. This study evaluates the effects of two types of small financial incentives within a physical activity promotion program of a Swiss health insurance company. - Research Article
Nativity and Occupational Determinants of Physical Activity Participation Among Latinos
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 56Issue 1p84–92Published online: November 13, 2018- Sandra E. Echeverría
- Anna Divney
- Fatima Rodriguez
- Madeline Sterling
- Elizabeth Vasquez
- Rosenda Murillo
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 5Latinos in the U.S. bear a disproportionate burden of cardiovascular risk factors, including physical inactivity. Previous research among Latinos has focused on leisure-time physical activity, limiting understanding of the different ways in which populations, particularly working-class groups, achieve recommended levels of physical activity. This study examined associations of race/ethnicity; nativity; and leisure-time, transportation, and occupation-related physical activity among Latino and non-Latino white adults. - Research Article
Associations Between Changes in Cycling and All-Cause Mortality Risk
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 5p615–623Published in issue: November, 2018- Lars Østergaard
- Majken K. Jensen
- Kim Overvad
- Anne Tjønneland
- Anders Grøntved
Cited in Scopus: 9Previous cohort studies have reported relationships of active commuting, walking, and cycling with mortality. No studies have separately examined commuter and recreational cycling and how changes in cycling are related to mortality. - Research Article
Muscle-Strengthening Exercise Among 397,423 U.S. Adults: Prevalence, Correlates, and Associations With Health Conditions
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 6p864–874Published online: October 24, 2018- Jason A. Bennie
- Duck-chul Lee
- Asaduzzaman Khan
- Glen H. Wiesner
- Adrian E. Bauman
- Emmanuel Stamatakis
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 44Although muscle-strengthening exercise has multiple independent health benefits, little is known about muscle-strengthening exercise participation and associations with adverse health conditions among U.S. adults. - Research Article
Geographic and Urban–Rural Differences in Walking for Leisure and Transportation
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 6p887–895Published online: October 18, 2018- Susan A. Carlson
- Geoffrey P. Whitfield
- Erin L. Peterson
- Emily N. Ussery
- Kathleen B. Watson
- David Berrigan
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 19Walking can serve many purposes, such as transportation (to get some place) or leisure (for fun, relaxation, or exercise); therefore, it provides many opportunities for people to be physically active. This study examines geographic and urban–rural differences in walking in the U.S. - Research Article
Sexual Minority Status and Adolescent Eating Behaviors, Physical Activity, and Weight Status
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 6p839–847Published online: October 18, 2018- Jeremy W. Luk
- Jacob M. Miller,
- Stephen E. Gilman
- Leah M. Lipsky
- Denise L. Haynie
- Bruce G. Simons-Morton
Cited in Scopus: 4This study examined sexual orientation differences in eating behaviors, physical activity, and weight status among adolescents in the U.S. Moreover, this study tested whether parental and peer influences contribute to sexual orientation disparities in adolescent eating behaviors, physical activity, BMI, and examined disparities in weight misperception. - Research Article
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension Diet and Activity to Limit Gestational Weight: Maternal Offspring Metabolics Family Intervention Trial, a Technology Enhanced Randomized Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 5p603–614Published online: September 24, 2018- Linda Van Horn
- Alan Peaceman
- Mary Kwasny
- Eileen Vincent
- Angela Fought
- Jami Josefson
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 28Technology-enhanced antenatal diet and lifestyle intervention could prevent excess gestational weight gain and benefit mother and child. - Review Article
Replacing Sedentary Time: Meta-analysis of Objective-Assessment Studies
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 3p395–402Published in issue: September, 2018- Jesús del Pozo-Cruz
- Antonio García-Hermoso
- Rosa M. Alfonso-Rosa
- Francisco Alvarez-Barbosa
- Neville Owen
- Sebastien Chastin
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 54The aim was to summarize estimates of the potential benefits for cardiometabolic risk markers and all-cause mortality of replacing time spent in sedentary behaviors with light-intensity physical activity or with moderate to vigorous physical activity, from studies using device-based measurement. - RESEARCH ARTICLE
Transportation and Leisure Walking Among U.S. Adults: Trends in Reported Prevalence and Volume, National Health Interview Survey 2005–2015
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 4p533–540Published online: August 20, 2018- Emily N. Ussery
- Susan A. Carlson
- Geoffrey P. Whitfield
- Kathleen B. Watson
- David Berrigan
- Janet E. Fulton
Cited in Scopus: 14Promotion of walking is a promising strategy for increasing physical activity levels in the U.S. The proportion of adults who report walking for either transportation or leisure has increased in recent years, but evidence on trends in walking for specific purposes is limited. - Research Article
Physical Activity in a Randomized Culturally Adapted Lifestyle Intervention
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 2p187–196Published in issue: August, 2018- Faiza Siddiqui
- Robert W. Koivula
- Azra Kurbasic
- Ulf Lindblad
- Peter M. Nilsson
- Louise Bennet
Cited in Scopus: 6Middle Eastern immigrants exhibit high levels of physical inactivity and are at an increased risk for Type 2 diabetes. The primary aim of this study was to examine the changes in objectively assessed physical activity levels following a culturally adapted lifestyle intervention program. The secondary aim was to examine the association between objectively assessed physical activity and insulin sensitivity. - Research Article
Use of Time and Energy on Exercise, Prolonged TV Viewing, and Work Days
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 3e61–e69Published online: July 18, 2018- Charles E. Matthews
- Sarah Kozey Keadle
- Pedro F. Saint-Maurice
- Steven C. Moore
- Erik A. Willis
- Joshua N. Sampson
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 6The goal of this study was to describe differences in time use and energy expenditure associated with exercise, prolonged TV viewing, and work days in a longitudinal study of older adults. - Research Article
Eating, Activity, and Weight-related Problems From Adolescence to Adulthood
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 2p133–141Published online: June 21, 2018- Dianne Neumark-Sztainer
- Melanie M. Wall
- Chen Chen
- Nicole I. Larson
- Mary J. Christoph
- Nancy E. Sherwood
Cited in Scopus: 49Determining the population-based scope and stability of eating, activity, and weight-related problems is critical to inform interventions. This study examines: (1) the prevalence of eating, activity, and weight-related problems likely to influence health; and (2) the trajectories for having at least one of these problems during the transition from adolescence to adulthood. - Research Article
An Intervention to Increase Students’ Physical Activity: A 2-Year Pilot Study
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 1e1–e10Published online: May 15, 2018- R. Glenn Weaver
- Collin A. Webster
- Michael W. Beets
- Keith Brazendale
- Lauren Schisler
- Mazen Aziz
Cited in Scopus: 5Schools are called upon to provide children with 30 minutes/day of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA). Most school-based physical activity interventions have not targeted schools that serve children from low-income families. This study evaluated the effects of a pilot, competency-building professional development program on the school day MVPA and total activity (light- to vigorous-intensity activity) of students from schools that serve low-income families. - Review ArticleOpen Access
Active School Travel Intervention Methodologies in North America: A Systematic Review
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 55Issue 1p115–124Published online: May 15, 2018- Adrian N. Buttazzoni
- Emily S. Van Kesteren
- Tayyab I. Shah
- Jason A. Gilliland
Cited in Scopus: 17As children’s lifestyles have become increasingly sedentary, active school travel can be a relatively accessible way to increase their daily physical activity. In recent years, several different models of interventions have been utilized to promote children participating in active school travel. This review documents and analyzes the different active school travel intervention methodologies that have been used in North America (Canada or U.S.) by collecting, organizing, and evaluating data relating to all phases of active school travel interventions. - Research Article
Faith, Activity, and Nutrition Randomized Dissemination and Implementation Study: Countywide Adoption, Reach, and Effectiveness
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 6p776–785Published online: April 12, 2018- Sara Wilcox
- Ruth P. Saunders
- Andrew T. Kaczynski
- Melinda Forthofer
- Patricia A. Sharpe
- Cheryl Goodwin
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 22Faith-based organizations can contribute to improving population health, but few dissemination and implementation studies exist. This paper reports countywide adoption, reach, and effectiveness from the Faith, Activity, and Nutrition dissemination and implementation study. - Research Article
Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior, and Retirement: The Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 6p786–794Published online: April 9, 2018- Sydney A. Jones
- Quefeng Li
- Allison E. Aiello
- Angela M. O’Rand
- Kelly R. Evenson
Cited in Scopus: 16Physical activity and sedentary behavior are major risk factors for chronic disease. These behaviors may change at retirement, with implications for health in later life. The study objective was to describe longitudinal patterns of moderate to vigorous and domain-specific physical activity and TV watching by retirement status. - Research Article
Moderating Effects of Weather-Related Factors on a Physical Activity Intervention
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 5e83–e89Published online: March 15, 2018- Whitney A. Welch
- Bonnie Spring
- Siobhan M. Phillips
- Juned Siddique
Cited in Scopus: 10The purpose of this study is to identify whether weather-related factors moderate the effect of a physical activity (PA) intervention. - Research Article
Neighborhood Environments and Physical Activity: A Longitudinal Study of Adolescents in a Natural Experiment
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 5p671–678Published online: March 14, 2018- Nancy Nicosia
- Ashlesha Datar
Cited in Scopus: 6Experimental and quasi-experimental evidence on the relationship between adolescents’ physical activity and their physical activity environments is scarce. This study provides natural experimental evidence using within-person longitudinal variation in physical activity environments resulting from the compulsory re-assignment of military families to new installations, termed permanent changes of station. - Research Article
Effects of Before-School Physical Activity on Obesity Prevention and Wellness
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 4p510–518Published online: February 12, 2018- Rachel C. Whooten
- Meghan E. Perkins
- Monica W. Gerber
- Elsie M. Taveras
Cited in Scopus: 13The effects of Build Our Kids Success—a 12-week, 1-hour before-school physical activity program—on BMI and social–emotional wellness among kindergarten to eighth grade students was examined. - Research Article
Using Behavioral Analytics to Increase Exercise: A Randomized N-of-1 Study
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 4p559–567Published online: February 8, 2018- Sunmoo Yoon
- Joseph E. Schwartz
- Matthew M. Burg
- Ian M. Kronish
- Carmela Alcantara
- Jacob Julian
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 7This intervention study used mobile technologies to investigate whether those randomized to receive a personalized “activity fingerprint” (i.e., a one-time tailored message about personal predictors of exercise developed from 6 months of observational data) increased their physical activity levels relative to those not receiving the fingerprint. - Brief Report
Perceived and Observed Food Environments, Eating Behaviors, and BMI
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 3p423–429Published online: January 12, 2018- Julia M. Alber
- Sarah H. Green
- Karen Glanz
Cited in Scopus: 20This study examines relationships between perceived and observed nutrition environments, diet, and BMI, in order to examine the criterion validity of the Nutrition Environment Measures Survey–Perceived (NEMS–P). - Brief Report
Environmental Supports for Physical Activity, National Health Interview Survey–2015
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 2p294–298Published online: December 12, 2017- Geoffrey P. Whitfield
- Susan A. Carlson
- Emily N. Ussery
- Kathleen B. Watson
- Marc A. Adams
- Peter James
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 12The Guide to Community Preventive Services recommends combined built environment approaches to increase physical activity, including new or enhanced transportation infrastructure (e.g., sidewalks) and land use and environmental design interventions (e.g., close proximity of local destinations). The aim of this brief report is to provide nationally representative estimates of two types of built environment supports for physical activity: near-home walkable infrastructure and destinations, from the 2015 National Health Interview Survey. - CURRENT ISSUES
Wearable Technology and Physical Activity in Chronic Disease: Opportunities and Challenges
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 1p144–150Published online: November 6, 2017- Siobhan M. Phillips
- Lisa Cadmus-Bertram
- Dori Rosenberg
- Matthew P. Buman
- Brigid M. Lynch
Cited in Scopus: 57Increased physical activity (PA) is associated with the prevention and delayed onset of many noncommunicable chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, and health benefits, for example reduced risk of disease progression, secondary chronic conditions, and mortality, for individuals with chronic conditions.1 PA is also associated with reduced cognitive dysfunction and functional limitations and enhanced mental health and quality of life.2 Thus, identifying strategies to increase activity in high-risk individuals, as in those with at least one major risk factor, and those with chronic conditions remains a priority. - Research Article
Walking in Relation to Mortality in a Large Prospective Cohort of Older U.S. Adults
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 54Issue 1p10–19Published online: October 19, 2017- Alpa V. Patel
- Janet S. Hildebrand
- Corinne R. Leach
- Peter T. Campbell
- Colleen Doyle
- Kerem Shuval
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 30Engaging in >150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity weekly is recommended for optimal health. The relationship between walking, the most common activity especially for older adults, and total mortality is not well documented. - Research ArticleOpen Access
An RCT to Facilitate Implementation of School Practices Known to Increase Physical Activity
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 6p818–828Published online: October 16, 2017- Rachel L. Sutherland
- Nicole K. Nathan
- David R. Lubans
- Kristen Cohen
- Lynda J. Davies
- Clare Desmet
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 21Although comprehensive school-based physical activity interventions are efficacious when tested under research conditions, they often require adaptation in order for implementation at scale. This paper reports the effectiveness of an adapted efficacious school-based intervention in improving children’s moderate to vigorous physical activity. The impact of strategies to support program implementation was also assessed. - Research Article
Sedentary Time, Physical Activity, and Adiposity: Cross-sectional and Longitudinal Associations in CARDIA
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 6p764–771Published online: October 9, 2017- Bethany Barone Gibbs
- Kelley Pettee Gabriel
- Mercedes R. Carnethon
- Tiffany Gary-Webb
- John M. Jakicic
- Jamal S. Rana
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 26Higher sedentary time (ST) and lower moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA) have each been associated with greater adiposity, but most studies are cross-sectional and measure ST and MVPA by self-report. This study evaluated associations between objective ST and MVPA with current and 5-year changes in BMI and waist circumference. - Research Article
Referral for Expert Physical Activity Counseling: A Pragmatic RCT
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 4p490–499Published online: August 14, 2017- Erica L. James
- Ben D. Ewald
- Natalie A. Johnson
- Fiona G. Stacey
- Wendy J. Brown
- Elizabeth G. Holliday
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 25Primary care physicians are well placed to offer physical activity counseling, but insufficient time is a barrier. Referral to an exercise specialist is an alternative. In Australia, exercise specialists are publicly funded to provide face-to-face counseling to patients who have an existing chronic illness. This trial aimed to (1) determine the efficacy of primary care physicians’ referral of insufficiently active patients for counseling to increase physical activity, compared with usual care, and (2) compare the efficacy of face-to-face counseling with counseling predominantly via telephone. - RESEARCH LETTER
Assessing Validity of the Fitbit Indicators for U.S. Public Health Surveillance
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 6p931–932Published online: July 26, 2017- Kelly R. Evenson
- Fang Wen
- Robert D. Furberg
Cited in Scopus: 8Personally generated health data are increasingly used to report on population prevalence and trends, providing a new avenue for public health surveillance.1 Documentation of acceptable measurement properties to ensure correct interpretations should precede their use. One common source of personally generated health data comes from activity trackers, self-worn devices that provide feedback and long-term tracking on physical activity–related metrics.2 Activity trackers are relatively unobtrusive and low cost, with 12.5% of U.S. - Research Article
Yoga for Military Veterans with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 5p599–608Published online: July 20, 2017- Erik J. Groessl
- Lin Liu
- Douglas G. Chang
- Julie L. Wetherell
- Jill E. Bormann
- J. Hamp Atkinson
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 33Chronic low back pain (cLBP) is prevalent, especially among military veterans. Many cLBP treatment options have limited benefits and are accompanied by side effects. Major efforts to reduce opioid use and embrace nonpharmacological pain treatments have resulted. Research with community cLBP patients indicates that yoga can improve health outcomes and has few side effects. The benefits of yoga among military veterans were examined. - Research Article
Bicycle Trains, Cycling, and Physical Activity: A Pilot Cluster RCT
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 4p481–489Published online: June 28, 2017- Jason A. Mendoza
- Wren Haaland
- Maya Jacobs
- Mark Abbey-Lambertz
- Josh Miller
- Deb Salls
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 17Increasing children’s cycling to school and physical activity are national health goals. The objective was to conduct an RCT of a bicycle train program to assess impact on students’ school travel mode and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). - Review Article
Moderators of Exercise Effects on Depressive Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis: A Meta-regression
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 4p508–518Published online: June 8, 2017- Matthew P. Herring
- Karl M. Fleming
- Sara P. Hayes
- Robert W. Motl
- Susan B. Coote
Cited in Scopus: 17This study examined the extent to which patient and trial characteristics moderate the effects of exercise on depressive symptoms among people with multiple sclerosis. - Research Article
Leisure Time Physical Activity Among U.S. Adults With Arthritis, 2008−2015
American Journal of Preventive MedicineVol. 53Issue 3p345–354Published online: June 7, 2017- Louise B. Murphy
- Jennifer M. Hootman
- Michael A. Boring
- Susan A. Carlson
- Jin Qin
- Kamil E. Barbour
- and others
Cited in Scopus: 20In 2016, leisure time physical activity among U.S. adults aged ≥18 years with and without arthritis was studied to provide estimates using contemporary guidelines (2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans) and population-based data (U.S. National Health Interview Survey).