Patterns and correlates of time use and energy expenditure in older Australian workers: A descriptive study
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2016
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Sprod, J.A.
Olds, T.S.
Burton, N.W.
Brown, W.J.
Van Uffelen, J.G.
Ferrar, K.E.
Maher, C.A.
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Maturitas, 2016; 90:64-71
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<h4>Background</h4>How people use their time has health implications, but use of time may be influenced by factors such as age, sex, education and health.<h4>Objective</h4>This study aimed to provide detailed information on the daily activity patterns of older working people.<h4>Study design</h4>139 older Australian adults (aged 50-79 years) undertook comprehensive interviews on their use of time. This paper presents a cross-sectional analysis of the baseline findings from a longitudinal study.<h4>Main outcome measures</h4>Use of time was measured using the Multimedia Activity Recall for Children and Adults (MARCA), administered via computer-assisted phone interview. Activity patterns were described, and compared on the basis of sex, education and health status.<h4>Results</h4>The main activities undertaken were sleep (mean 466min/day), work (mean 233min/day) and chores (mean 160min/day), with little time spent on physical activity (mean 13min/day). Women spent more time doing chores (p<0.001) while men spent more time on vigorous activities (p<0.001). Participants with "fair" health spent less time on inside chores (p=0.05) and grooming (p=0.02) than healthier participants.<h4>Conclusions</h4>Healthy lifestyle interventions for older workers should aim to increase physical activity levels by targeting specific activities, depending on sex and health status.
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Copyright 2016 Elsevier Ireland Ltd.