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  • Public Health
  • Biostatistics
  • Machine Learning

Background:

  • Obesity is a major global public health concern.
  • Physical activity is a critical factor influencing the obesity epidemic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between physical activity and weight status.
  • To evaluate the predictive performance of machine learning and statistical methods for weight status classification.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data (2003-2006) from 7162 participants.
  • Implemented and compared eleven classification algorithms (e.g., logistic regression, random subspace, J48) against traditional logistic regression.

Main Results:

  • The random subspace classifier achieved the highest accuracy and area under the ROC curve (AUC).
  • Duration of moderate and vigorous physical activity were key predictors.
  • Most algorithms demonstrated comparable performance; logistic regression ranked mid-tier.

Conclusions:

  • Physical activity is a crucial predictor of weight status.
  • Demographic factors (gender, age, race/ethnicity) are also associated with weight outcomes.
  • Targeted interventions considering demographic differences are needed to reduce obesity prevalence and disparities.