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The association of natural elements and trail use by adults
Anna E Price1, Julian A Reed, Steve P Hooker
1Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences, Sacred Heart University, 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA. pricea5@sacredheart.edu
Abstract:
We used the System for Observing Play and Recreation in Communities to examine the association between variations in natural elements (ie, season, weather, and temperature) and adults' use of a rail-trail in South Carolina (2006-2009). Most (62%) of the 4,468 trail users observed were walkers; 38% were observed participating in vigorous physical activity. Adults were most often observed using the trail during the summer (32%), sunny weather (78%), and moderate temperatures (54%). When promoting trail use among adults, natural elements should be considered.
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