Can neighborhood design support walking? Cross-sectional and prospective findings from Japan

ConclusionLiving in high-density neighborhoods with well-connected streets and convenient public transportation systems, and having a higher awareness of destinations are supportive of the long-term engagement in walking for various purposes. Further studies using a prospective design with longer follow-up period to confirm these results are warranted.
Source: Journal of Transport and Health - Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research