Public Transit Stop Density Is Associated With Walking for Exercise Among a National Sample of Older Adults

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Examines the relationship between density of neighborhood public transit stops and walking for exercise among older adults. Analyzes 2018 neighborhood data and self-reported exercise along with sociodemographic characteristics, economic status, and disability status. Includes discussion about built environment and metro versus nonmetro comparisons.

Erica Twardzik, Jason R. Falvey, Philippa J. Clarke, Vicki A. Freedman, Jennifer A. Schrack

BMC Geriatrics, 23, 596

09/2023

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Elderly population · Infrastructure · Physical activity · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention