Int J Behav Nutr Phy
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Int J Behav Nutr Phy · Sep 2013
Comparative StudyThe prevalence and correlates of sitting in European adults - a comparison of 32 Eurobarometer-participating countries.
Prolonged sitting is an emerging health risk. However, multi-country comparative sitting data are sparse. This paper reports the prevalence and correlates of sitting time in 32 European countries. ⋯ Weekday sitting time and its demographic correlates varied considerably across European countries, with adults in north-western European countries sitting the most. Sitting is prevalent across Europe and merits attention by preventive interventions.