Understanding dog owners' increased levels of physical activity : results from RESIDE
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01/01/2008
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Resumo |
We examined the influence of dog ownership on physical activity, independent of demographic, intrapersonal, and perceived environmental factors, in a cross-sectional survey of 1813 adults. Although only 23% of the dog owners walked their dogs 5 or more times per week, the adjusted odds of achieving sufficient physical activity and walking were 57% to 77% higher among dog owners compared with those not owning dogs (P<.05). Dog ownership was independently associated with physical activity and walking. Actively encouraging more dog walking may increase community physical activity levels.<br /> |
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Idioma(s) |
eng |
Publicador |
American Public Health Association |
Relação |
http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv/DU:30017797/Timperio-understandingdog-2008.pdf http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true |
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2008, American Public Health Association |
Palavras-Chave | #dog ownders - health #walking - physiological aspects #physical fitness - research #human-animal relaionships #human behaviour - research #pet owners - health #pets - exercise |
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Journal Article |