Physical Activity Measurements
This chapter begins by discussing conceptual definitions and the multidimensional aspects of physical activity and exercise. It then describes self-reported methods and monitoring devices for measuring physical activity commonly used in epidemiologic studies. It discusses validation studies of physical activity questionnaires and methods used to correct for measurement errors in the analyses of physical activity and obesity and weight change.
Keywords: obesity research, physical activity, exercise, validation studies, weight change
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