The feasibility of using pedometers and brief advice to increase activity in sedentary older women – a pilot study
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>People over the age of 70 carry the greatest burden of chronic disease, disability and health care use. Participation in physical activity is crucial for health, and walking accounts for much of the physical activity undertaken by se...
Main Authors: | Johnston Derek W, Boyle Paul, Donnan Peter T, Sniehotta Falko F, Sugden Jacqui A, McMurdo Marion ET |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2008-08-01
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Series: | BMC Health Services Research |
Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6963/8/169 |
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