Familial aggregation
Familial aggregation of physical activity and sedentary behaviour patterns
This study examines familial aggregation of physical activity and sedentary behaviour patterns across the life course and across three generations.
Physically inactive lifestyle is recognized as a risk for health and well-being. This study identifies the intergenerational associations of physical activity and sedentary behavior across three generations and evaluates how socioeconomic situation of the family modifies these associations. In addition, the changes during the life-course and secular trends in physical activity will be determined.
Study is part of the ongoing Cardiovascular Risk of Young Finns Study, a prospective longitudinal study of 38 years follow-up time, including participation of three generations in the latest follow-up. Results of this study will be used to promote physically active lifestyle in families.
Xiaolin Yang
Senior Researcher Research on physical activity and health +358400307426 xiaolin.yang@likes.fi
Tuija Tammelin
Research Director Research on physical activity and health +358400247998 tuija.tammelin@likes.fi