Crime and Physical Activity: Development of a Conceptual Framework and Measures

• Published in: Journal of physical activity & health Vol. 16; no. 12; p. 818
• Main Authors: Patch, Christina M, Roman, Caterina G, Conway, Terry L, Taylor, Ralph B, Gavand, Kavita A, Saelens, Brian E, Adams, Marc A, Cain, Kelli L, Engelberg, Jessa K, Mayes, Lauren, Roesch, Scott C, Sallis, James F
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.10.2019
• Subjects: exercise; safety; walking; public health; fear

A common hypothesis is that crime is a major barrier to physical activity, but research does not consistently support this assumption. This article advances research on crime-related safety and physical activity by developing a multilevel conceptual framework and reliable measures applicable across...