Is the physical activity environment surrounding primary schools associated with students’ weight status, physical activity or active transport, in regional areas of Victoria, Australia? A cross-sectional study
Objectives To explore whether the physical activity (PA) environment (walkability, greenspace and recreational facilities) surrounding regional primary schools is associated with children’s PA levels, active transport and weight status. Limited research on this topic has been conducted outside of ma...
Main Authors: | Steven Allender, Melanie Nichols, Nic Crooks, Claudia Strugnell, Jane Jacobs |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2021-07-01
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Series: | BMJ Open |
Online Access: | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/11/7/e045785.full |
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