Authors
Mark S Tremblay, Salomé Aubert, Joel D Barnes, Travis J Saunders, Valerie Carson, Amy E Latimer-Cheung, Sebastien FM Chastin, Teatske M Altenburg, Mai JM Chinapaw
Publication date
2017/12
Journal
International journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity
Volume
14
Pages
1-17
Publisher
BioMed Central
Description
Background
The prominence of sedentary behavior research in health science has grown rapidly. With this growth there is increasing urgency for clear, common and accepted terminology and definitions. Such standardization is difficult to achieve, especially across multi-disciplinary researchers, practitioners, and industries. The Sedentary Behavior Research Network (SBRN) undertook a Terminology Consensus Project to address this need.
Method
First, a literature review was completed to identify key terms in sedentary behavior research. These key terms were then reviewed and modified by a Steering Committee formed by SBRN. Next, SBRN members were invited to contribute to this project and interested participants reviewed and provided feedback on the proposed list of terms and draft definitions through an online survey. Finally, a conceptual …
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