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Sport Sciences
H. E. L. A. I. N. E. M. ALESSIO, D. A. V. I. D. R. BASSETT, M. E. L. I. S. S. A. J. BOPP, B. R. I. A. N. B. PARR, G. R. E. T. C. H. E. N. S. PATCH, J. A. N. E. T. W. RANKIN, D. A. V. I. D. ROJAS-RUEDA, M. E. L. I. S. S. A. W. ROTI, J. A. N. E. T. R. WOJCIK
Summary: This article discusses the negative impact of reliance on gasoline-powered transportation on global climate change, air pollution, and physical inactivity, highlighting the importance of active transportation in improving health and longevity. Climate change, air pollution, and chronic diseases pose significant challenges to global public health, which can be effectively addressed through active transportation.
MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS & EXERCISE
(2021)
Article
Economics
Simon Cook, Lorna Stevenson, Rachel Aldred, Matt Kendall, Tom Cohen
Summary: In this paper, the concept of active travel is explored through a systematic review of research in the last 15 years. The authors suggest expanding the definition of active travel to include other modes of transportation that involve sustained physical exertion. A thematic review is provided to discuss the implications and characteristics of these wider active modes. The paper concludes with a discussion on the potential implications of this expanded definition for policy, practice, and research in transportation.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Tracy Nau, Sean Perry, Billie Giles-Corti, William Bellew, Adrian Bauman, Ben J. Smith
Summary: This study evaluated state and territory laws in Australia and found that most jurisdictions do not have objectives in primary legislation to promote physical activity and integrated land use and transport planning. Only two jurisdictions addressed evidence-based standards and few fully met recommendations. Therefore, there is an opportunity to strengthen laws to promote more active environments.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tim De Ceunynck, Gert Jan Wijlhuizen, Aslak Fyhri, Regine Gerike, Dagmar Kohler, Alice Ciccone, Atze Dijkstra, Emmanuelle Dupont, Mario Cools
Summary: In order to make cities more livable, a shift from car use to sustainable modes of transport, such as walking and cycling, is necessary. To understand the factors influencing people's willingness to switch to active transport modes, a survey was conducted among over 2000 respondents in nine European cities. Two groups of respondents were identified with common determinants for their intentions to shift to active transport modes - a pro-cycling cluster (55.6% of respondents) and a non-pro-cycling cluster (44.4%). The findings emphasize the importance of distinguishing walking and cycling policies and highlight perceived traffic safety and travel time as main obstacles to increase cycling and walking respectively.
Article
Nursing
Hsin-Yen Yen, Yung Liao, Wen-Hsin Huang
Summary: This study explored the associations among psychological and environmental factors, walking and cycling behaviors, and quality of life in urban adults. The findings showed that improving individuals' health beliefs, self-efficacy, and perceived walkability and cyclability is crucial for promoting physical activity and enhancing the quality of life in urban populations. The study also highlighted the importance of addressing gender differences in promoting walking and cycling behaviors.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2022)
Article
Urban Studies
Kwadwo Boakye, Marit Bovbjerg, John Schuna Jr, Adam Branscum, Nafiza Mat-Nasir, Ahmad Bahonar, Olga Barbarash, Rita Yusuf, Patricio Lopez-Jaramillo, Pamela Seron, Annika Rosengren, Karen Yeates, Jephat Chifamba, Khalid F. Alhabib, Kairat Davletov, Mirac Vural Keskinler, Maria Diaz, Lanthe Kruger, Yang Li, Liu Zhiguang, Lap Ah. Tse, Andreas Wielgosz, Koon Teo, Mirrakhimov Erkin, Sumathy Rangarajan, Scott Lear, Salim Yusuf, Perry Hystad
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between built environment characteristics and walking/cycling behaviors in 355 urban communities across 21 low-, middle-, and high-income countries. The findings showed that land-use mix diversity, land-use mix access, street connectivity, safety from traffic, safety from crime, and aesthetics were associated with higher odds of walking and cycling behaviors. These results can inform policymakers globally in implementing built environment designs that encourage walking and cycling.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Patrick Rerat, Emmanuel Ravalet
Summary: In 2018, Swiss citizens voted to include the promotion of cycling in the Swiss Constitution. The results of the post-vote survey revealed that current cyclists were more likely to support the measure due to their awareness of the lack of cycling infrastructure. Non-cyclists, on the other hand, were more reluctant, possibly because they did not want to challenge the dominant car-centered system. Political leaning was also a significant factor, with left-leaning individuals more likely to support cycling inclusion in the Constitution. Interestingly, support for the vote was consistent across social classes, ages, and residential contexts.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Aud Tennoy, Marianne Knapskog, Fitwi Wolday
Summary: This paper contributes to the limited empirical knowledge about distances and durations of walking trips to public transport in smaller and European cities. The results show that walking trips to local public transport stops last an average of 4.1-6.0 minutes (328-520 m) in different cities, and walking trips to railway stations last 6.6-8.6 minutes (528-688 m). Walking distances to local public transport stops increase with city size, and short trips to stops increase the likelihood of using public transport for commutes. Survey results suggest that higher frequencies and direct connections are more important than shorter walks to stops for promoting public transport commuting in smaller cities.
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART D-TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Transportation
Myung Ja Kim, Michael Hall, Minseong Kim
Summary: The study creates and verifies a comprehensive behavior model using VBN theory to examine the environmental behavior of cyclists and walkers. The results show that value has a significant influence on belief and belief has a stronger impact on personal norm than social norm. Additionally, personal norm has twice the impact on behavioral intention compared to social norm.
TRAVEL BEHAVIOUR AND SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Sehoon Park, Soojin Lee, Yaerim Kim, Yeonhee Lee, Min Woo Kang, Kwangsoo Kim, Yong Chul Kim, Seung Seok Han, Hajeong Lee, Jung Pyo Lee, Kwon Wook Joo, Chun Soo Lim, Yon Su Kim, Dong Ki Kim
Summary: This study found that functional sarcopenia status, characterized by slow walking pace and poor handgrip strength, is causally associated with increased risks of cardiovascular diseases and mortality. Genetically predicted poor handgrip strength and slow walking pace showed causal effects on coronary artery disease risks. These findings support interventions targeting functional sarcopenia status to reduce risks of cardiovascular disease and mortality.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Economics
Isabel Cunha, Cecilia Silva, Benjamin Buettner, Tuuli Toivonen
Summary: This study investigates the equity impacts of cycling plans and infrastructure allocation in three European cities. The research finds that cycling planning often prioritises advantaged areas and central zones, neglecting disadvantaged socio-economic zones.
Article
Pediatrics
Gerson Ferrari, Clemens Drenowatz, Irina Kovalskys, Georgina Gomez, Attilio Rigotti, Lilia Yadira Cortes, Martha Yepez Garcia, Rossina G. Pareja, Marianella Herrera-Cuenca, Ana Paula Del'Arco, Miguel Peralta, Adilson Marques, Ana Carolina B. Leme, Kabir P. Sadarangani, Juan Guzman-Habinger, Javiera Lobos Chaves, Mauro Fisberg
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the associations between walking and cycling as forms of active transportation and obesity indicators in Latin American adolescents. The results showed that cycling for active transportation was negatively associated with obesity indicators, especially body mass index and waist circumference.
Article
Respiratory System
Silvano Gallus, Marco Scala, Irene Possenti, Carlotta Micaela Jarach, Luke Clancy, Esteve Fernandez, Giuseppe Gorini, Giulia Carreras, Maria Chiara Malevolti, Alison Commar, Ranti Fayokun, Hebe N. Gouda, Vinayak M. Prasad, Alessandra Lugo
Summary: This study provides up-to-date evidence that current and former smokers have a higher risk of COVID-19 hospitalization, severity, and mortality compared to never-smokers. Quitting smoking can help prevent serious outcomes of COVID-19.
EUROPEAN RESPIRATORY REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Transportation
Kristina Ek, Linda Warell, Linda Andersson
Summary: This study analyses individual differences in walking and cycling when commuting in Sweden. Factors influencing the choice to walk/cycle include health considerations, environmental concerns, distance to work/school, gender, income, and availability of safe routes. Policy recommendations include emphasizing health motives, community planning, prioritizing safety and comfort of walking and cycling.
EUROPEAN TRANSPORT RESEARCH REVIEW
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Teng Wan, Zhihong Xiao, Xitao Wang, Haifeng Tan, Weiming Guo, Guojun Tang, Liangyuan Chen, Zubing Mei, Qi Cao
Summary: Sarcopenia is able to predict clinical outcomes after spinal surgery, but there is still controversy about its definition and measurement. This study aims to assess the up-to-date evidence of sarcopenia for postoperative outcomes among people undergoing spinal surgery.