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Framework for physical activity as a complex and multidimensional behavior.

Kelley K Pettee Gabriel¹, James R Morrow, Anne-Lorraine T Woolsey

¹Dept of Epidemiology, Human Genetics, and Environmental Sciences, University of Texas School of Public Health, Austin, TX, USA.

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A new conceptual framework defines physical activity as human movement, improving energy expenditure and fitness. This framework aids in selecting better tools for measuring physical activity and sedentary behaviors.

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Area of Science:

Behavioral Science
Exercise Physiology
Public Health

Background:

Selecting appropriate self-report tools for physical activity measurement is challenging due to inconsistent terminology and lack of a gold standard.
Variations in self-report measures and data quality stem from the absence of a standardized conceptual framework for physical activity.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a conceptual framework for physical activity, viewing it as a complex, multidimensional behavior.
To differentiate between behavioral and physiological constructs of human movement.

Main Methods:

Development of a conceptual framework for physical activity.
The framework aims to standardize definitions and guide the development and selection of self-report measures.

Main Results:

Physical activity is defined as behavior involving human movement, leading to physiological benefits like increased energy expenditure and improved physical fitness.
The proposed framework offers a foundation for standardizing definitions and improving the quality of physical activity assessment.

Conclusions:

The conceptual framework provides a clearer definition of physical activity, emphasizing its behavioral and physiological components.
Implementing this framework can enhance the selection of instruments and ensure consistency in assessing physical activity and sedentary behaviors in research and public health.