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[Exploring Spatial Variations and Factors associated with Walking Practice in Korea: An Empirical Study based on
Eunjoo Kim1,2, Yeongseo Lee3, Ju Young Yoon3,4
1College of Nursing, Jeju National University, Jeju, Korea.
Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing
|September 6, 2023
Summary
Walking practice in Korea shows significant regional differences. Understanding these spatial variations is key to developing targeted public health interventions to increase physical activity levels nationwide.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Spatial Analysis
Context:
- Walking practice is a key indicator of physical activity.
- Korea faces challenges with stagnant walking rates and regional disparities.
- Global targets for reducing physical inactivity exist, yet progress in Korea is limited.
Purpose:
- To investigate the spatial variations in walking practice across Korea.
- To identify factors associated with walking practice at a regional level.
- To address the disparities in physical activity within the Korean population.
Summary:
- This study analyzed walking practice data across 229 districts in Korea.
- Geographically Weighted Regression (GWR) was employed to model spatial variations, outperforming Ordinary Least Squares (OLS).
- GWR revealed that factors influencing walking practice differ significantly across various regions of Korea.
Impact:
- Findings offer crucial insights for nursing researchers, health professionals, and policymakers.
- Provides a foundation for designing community-specific health programs to enhance walking behaviors.
- Aims to inform strategies for reducing physical inactivity and improving public health outcomes in Korea.
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