Comparison of two approaches to structured physical activity surveys for adolescents

Authors :: Mcmrray, Robert G.
Welk, Gregory J.
Picrel, Julie L.
Almedia, M. Jaoa. C. A.
Sallis, James F.
Treuth, Margarita S.
Ring, Kimberly B.
Schmitz, Kathryn H.
Pate, Russell R.
Gonzalez, Vivian
Young, Deborah, Rohm
Source :: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Dec, 2004, Vol. 36 Issue 12, 2135-2143
Publication Year :: 2004
Abstract: The experiment on the comparison of two approaches to structured physical activity surveys for adolescents is conducted to compare the test-related reliability, convergent validity, and overall feasibility or usability of activity-based (AB) and time-based (TB) approaches. A survey conducted on both the genders overestimated activity levels thus supplementing self-reports with objective data.

Subjects :: Accelerometers -- Research
Youth -- Health aspects
Teenagers -- Health aspects
Exercise -- Health aspects
Health
Sports and fitness

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