Physical Activity and Perception of Its Importance by Married Male Workers in the Metropolitan Area

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This study elucidates the interest and participation in exercise and sports by married working men of 30 to 50 years of age to identify a recognition of the importance of continued regular exercise and its implementation. The mean number of daily steps was 10, 682±4, 365 on weekdays, this being significantly different from the 7, 135±4, 536 steps on holidays. The number of steps on weekdays differed according to the age range, type of occupation, and details of work, indicating the substantial influence of the type of work. The proportion of individuals who recognized the importance of exercise and sports also differed according to the age range. A higher proportion of older individuals believed that walking-related activities were important, whereas a higher proportion of younger individuals thought that such sports activities as swimming and jogging were important. The proportion of individuals who regularly participated in sports was 16.8%. The reasons for sports participation differed according to the age range; older individuals participated in sports for health rather than for pleasure and friendship. The age range needs to be considered when attempting to increase the amount of activity. Regular exercise and activities to increase the number of daily steps appear to be feasible for the lifestyle of married working men and effective for continuing exercise.
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