Journal ArticleOpen Access
Validity of the global physical activity questionnaire (GPAQ) in Bangladesh
Author Affiliations
Western Sydney University, Bangladesh University of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University
Published InBMC Public Health
Year2017
Citations65
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Feasible and cost-effective as well as population specific instruments for monitoring physical activity (PA) levels are needed for the management and prevention of non-communicable diseases. The WHO-endorsed Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ) has been widely used in developing countries, but the evidence base for its validity, particularly for rural populations, is still limited. The aim of the study was to validate GPAQ among rural and urban residents in Bangladesh. METHODS: A total of 162 healthy participants of both genders aged 18-60 years were recruited from Satia village (n = 97) and Dhaka City (n = 65). Participants were invited to take part in the study and were asked to wear an accelerometer (GT3X) for 7 days, after which they…
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