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Leisure-Time Physical Activity Among US Adults

Carlos J. Crespo

Archives of Internal Medicine · 1996 · 500 citations · 24 references

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Abstract

Many Americans are inactive or irregularly active during their leisure time. Rates of inactivity are greater for women, older persons, non-Hispanic blacks, and Mexican Americans. Intervention strategies meant to promote lifetime physical activities among all Americans represents a major health priority.

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