Patterns and perceptions of physical activity and sedentary time in male transport drivers working in regional Australia.

Conclusions: Findings contest the notion that a sedentary occupation such as driving necessitates an inactive work environment. Implications: This research informs ongoing intervention efforts to target inactive drivers who are struggling to take advantage of existing workplace-related PA opportunities. PMID: 24962634 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24962634?dopt=Abstract

Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health - June 24, 2014 Category: Global & Universal Authors: Wong JY, Gilson ND, Bush RA, Brown WJ Tags: Aust N Z J Public Health Source Type: research

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