Association Between Physical Activity and Insomnia Symptoms in Rural Communities of Southeastern Missouri, Tennessee, and Arkansas

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Details a study on the effects of regular physical activity on rural women in Missouri, Tennessee, and Arkansas who suffer from insomnia. Uses data from the 4-year longitudinal study, Walk the Ozarks to Wellness (WOW) Project, as a basis for their findings. Discusses the role body weight and chronic disease play as factors within the framework of the study.

Jen Jen Chang, Grace W. Pien, Katherine A. Stamatakis, Ross C. Brownson

Journal of Rural Health, 29(3), 239-247

06/2013

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Physical activity · Statistics and data · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · Women · Arkansas · Missouri · Tennessee