Barriers to children walking and biking to school--United States, 1999

摘要: Physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle; however, many children in the United States do not meet recommended levels physical activity. Although walking and biking to school can increase among children, motor-vehicle traffic other factors make these activities difficult. The majority U.S. walk or bike school, approximately one third ride bus, half are driven private vehicle. Less than trip seven made by biking. To examine why CDC analyzed data from national HealthStyles Survey. This report summarizes results that analysis, which indicate long distances dangerous pose most common barriers school. Public health community-based efforts encourage should address barriers. KW: SR2S Language: en