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Correction: Expected values for pedometer-determined physical activity in older populations.

Catrine Tudor-Locke1, Teresa L Hart, Tracy L Washington

  • 1Walking Behavior Laboratory, Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, USA. Tudor-Locke@pbrc.edu.

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|October 13, 2009
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This correction clarifies expected physical activity values for older adults using pedometers. Accurate data is crucial for understanding activity levels in this demographic.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Physical Activity Research
  • Biomedical Science

Background:

  • Pedometer use is common for measuring physical activity in older populations.
  • Accurate expected values are essential for interpreting pedometer data.
  • Previous research may have contained inaccuracies in these values.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To correct and provide updated expected values for pedometer-determined physical activity.
  • To ensure reliable data interpretation for physical activity in older adults.
  • To address a specific correction in previously published research.

Main Methods:

  • The study involves a correction to a previous publication (Tudor-Locke C, et al.).
  • Specific values for pedometer-determined physical activity were re-evaluated.

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  • The focus is on older adult populations.

    • Main Results:

    • The correction provides revised expected physical activity values.
    • These updated values are intended for use with older populations.
    • The correction ensures greater accuracy in research findings.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate expected values are vital for valid physical activity assessment in older adults.
    • This correction enhances the reliability of pedometer-based research in gerontology.
    • Researchers should utilize the corrected values for future studies.