Physical Activity Among Adults With a Disability—United States, 2005

Rimmer et al discuss the prevalence of physical activity and physical inactivity among adults with and without a disability. Physical inactivity is particularly prevalent among adults with a disability, who are at increased risk for functional limitations and secondary health conditions that can res...

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Published in:JAMA : the journal of the American Medical Association 2008-03, Vol.299 (11), p.1255-1256
Main Authors: Rimmer, JH, Wolf, LA, Armour, BS, Sinclair, LB
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adults
People with disabilities
Personal health
Physical fitness
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Summary:Rimmer et al discuss the prevalence of physical activity and physical inactivity among adults with and without a disability. Physical inactivity is particularly prevalent among adults with a disability, who are at increased risk for functional limitations and secondary health conditions that can result from their disabilities, behavior, lifestyle, or environment. To estimate the state-specific prevalence of physical activity and physical inactivity among adults with and without a disability, CDC analyzed data from the 2005 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). Results of that analysis determined that a smaller proportion of adults with a disability met national recommendations for physical activity (37.7% versus 49.4%), and a greater proportion were physically inactive (25.6% versus 12.8%). A CDC editorial note is included.
ISSN:0098-7484
1538-3598
DOI:10.1001/jama.299.11.1255