Leisure-Time Physical Activity Among US Adults
Archives of Internal MedicinePublished 8 January 1996
Carlos J. Crespo
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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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