Test–Retest Reliability of the Twin Cities Walking Survey

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 119-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ann Forsyth ◽  
J. Michael Oakes ◽  
Kathryn H. Schmitz
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Total Activity ◽  
Twin Cities ◽  
Kappa Statistics ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Social Features ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:The Twin Cities Walking Study measured the associations of built environment versus socioeconomic and psychosocial variables with total physical activity and walking for 716 adults.Methods:This article reports on the test–retest reliability of the survey portion of the study. To test the reliability of the study measures, 158 respondents completed measures twice within 1 to 4 weeks. Agreement between participants’ responses was measured using Pearson r and Spearman rho, and kappa statistics.Results:Demographic questions are highly reliable (R > .8). Questions about environmental and social features are typically less reliable (rho range = 0.42– 0.91). Reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (last 7 days version) was low (rho = 0.15 for total activity).Conclusions:Much of the survey has acceptable-to-good reliability. The low test–retest reliability points to potential limitations of using a single administration of the IPAQ to characterize habitual physical activity. Implications for sound inference are accordingly complicated.

scholarly journals Repeatability and Accuracy of CHAMPS as a Measure of Physical Activity in a Community Sample of Older Australian Adults

2009 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 221-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kate Giles ◽  
Alison L. Marshall
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Correlation Coefficients ◽  
Total Activity ◽  
Kappa Statistics ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Recommendations ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:One- to two-week test–retest reliability and construct validity (against pedometer step counts) of the CHAMPS physical activity questionnaire were evaluated in older Australian adults.Methods:Participants (n = 100, age >65 years) were invited to complete CHAMPS by mail. Spearman correlation coefficients are reported for physical activity constructs time (min/wk) and sessions per week for walking, moderate-, and vigorous-intensity activity and total physical activity. Correct classification of participants as meeting physical activity recommendations was assessed using percent agreement and kappa statistics.Results:Seventy-three participants completed CHAMPS at T1; 54 provided repeat data (T2). Sixty percent of the participants provided complete data. Good to excellent test– retest reliability was observed for all the physical activity constructs (rs = .70 to .89 for sessions/wk and rs = .65 to .75 for min/wk). Agreement between proportions classified as meeting recommendations at T1 and T2 was good (79%; kappa = 0.55). Fair to low validity coefficients were observed between steps and T1 CHAMPS walking and total activity sessions/wk (rs = .57 and rs = .52), and min/wk (rs = .40 and rs = .21).Conclusions:Mailed self-complete CHAMPS data provided reliable and valid estimates of physical activity in older Australian adults. Observed measurement coefficients were comparable to those reported in previous evaluations of CHAMPS. Further work is required to identify strategies to prevent data loss.

scholarly journals Criterion validity and reliability of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – Hungarian short form against the RM42 accelerometer

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (S1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pongrác Ács ◽  
Réka Veress ◽  
Paulo Rocha ◽  
Tamás Dóczi ◽  
Bence László Raposa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Abstract Background Physical inactivity is a global phenomenon in European welfare countries. Proper monitoring is essential to measure the physical activity level of the population. Methods In the Hungarian cohort of the European Physical Activity and Sport Monitoring System (EUPASMOS) project, our participants (N = 598) completed sociodemographic questions and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire – short form (IPAQ-SF) survey. The validity and reliability of the subjective measurement tool were examined, IPAQ-SF outcomes were contrasted against triaxial RM42 accelerometer wore for 7 consecutive days. Results The IPAQ-SF showed moderate internal consistency (Cronbach Alpha = 0.647). The concurrent validity of the IPAQ-SF to triaxial accelerometer indicated a significant weak-to-moderate correlation (R = 0.111–0.338, p = 0.042; p < 0.001). The test-retest reliability showed a significant correlation between two measurements (R = 0.788–0.981, p < 0.001). Conclusion The Hungarian version of the IPAQ-SF had excellent test-retest reliability, but low-to-fair concurrent validity for moderate and vigorous physical activity, walking and sitting time, as compared to the objective criterion measure among Hungarian adults.

scholarly journals Reliability of the digital and printed format of a modified version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire in college students

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 97
Author(s):  
Isabel Cristina Nuñez ◽  
Leonardo Perilla ◽  
Diana Mercedes Villarreal ◽  
Gustavo Andrés Gómez
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Kappa Index ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Print Format

Background: Programs that promote regular physical activity (PA) require reliable PA measurements methods to establish their effectiveness. Objective: To determine the test-retest reliability of digital and print format of International Physical Activity Questionnaire and to establish the reliability between both presentation formats. Methods: The digital and print format questionnaires were self-administered twice to a sample of 76 college students (20.6 ± 2.8 years), 4-7 days later they completed the formats again. Test-retest and between formats reliability was analyzed by the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and weighted Kappa index (wK). Agreement between measurements was established by Bland-Altman method (B&A). Results: Test-retest reliability with ICC was excellent for both formats (digital: 0.77, print: 0.82) and acceptable by wK (digital: 0.61, print: 0.71). Agreement between measurements for both formats was low for PA vigorous and moderate categories. Between formats, reliability was excellent for first and second measurement. Conclusions: Although ICC confirmed excellent test-retest reliability, B&A showed a low level of agreement between measurements. Between formats reliability was excellent, and both formats provide similar information.

scholarly journals Test-Retest Reliability and Walk Score® Neighbourhood Walkability Comparison of an Online Perceived Neighbourhood-Specific Adaptation of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 1917 ◽  
Author(s):  
Levi Frehlich ◽  
Anita Blackstaffe ◽  
Gavin R. McCormack
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Physical Activity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Walk Score ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

There is a growing public health interest in the contributions of the built environment in enabling and supporting physical activity. However, few tools measuring neighbourhood-specific physical activity exist. This study assessed the reliability of an established physical activity tool (International Physical Activity Questionnaire: IPAQ) adapted to capture perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity (N-IPAQ) administered via the internet and compared N-IPAQ outcomes to differences in neighbourhood Walk Score®. A sample of n = 261 adults completed an online questionnaire on two occasions at least seven days apart. Questionnaire items captured walking, cycling, moderate-intensity, and vigorous-intensity physical activity, undertaken inside the participant’s perceived neighbourhood in the past week. Intraclass correlations, Spearman’s rank correlation, and Cohen’s Kappa coefficients estimated item test-retest reliability. Regression estimated the associations between self-reported perceived neighbourhood-specific physical activity and Walk Score®. With the exception of moderate physical activity duration, participation and duration for all physical activities demonstrated moderate reliability. Transportation walking participation and duration was higher (p < 0.05) in more walkable neighbourhoods. The N-IPAQ administered online found differences in neighbourhoods that vary in their walkability. Future studies investigating built environments and self-reported physical activity may consider using the online version of the N-IPAQ.

scholarly journals Short Hebrew International Physical Activity Questionnaire: Reliability and Validity

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-13
Author(s):  
EYAL WEISSBLUETH
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Total Physical Activity ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background: The International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) aims to measure physical activity consistency throughout the world. It has been translated into many languages and its validity has been examined worldwide. However, the IPAQ has not been translated into Hebrew and the psychometric properties of the Hebrew version have yet to be evaluated. Material/Methods: The current study assessed the test-retest reliability of the short IPAQ in Hebrew (IPAQ-S-H) and its validity among college students. Intra-class correlation coefficients were computed to assess reliability, and survey responses were compared to VO2max to determine concurrent validity. Results: The IPAQ-S-H’s test-retest reliability was primarily high, particularly for total physical activity (ICC = 0.90; 95%CI = 0.87-0.93). While agreement for the physical activity components of the survey was higher (ICCs: 0.58-0.79), agreement for sitting time was lower (ICC = 0.39; 95% =0.25-0.52). When comparing the survey scores to VO2max, total physical activity and vigorous intensity activity were significantly correlated with maximal oxygen uptake (Pearson’s r = 0.43 and 0.40, respectively), but not with other survey components. Conclusions: The IPAQ-S-H primarily exhibits moderate reliability and validity, which are comparable psychometric properties to other IPAQ validation studies. Further validation is warranted among more representative samples utilizing objective monitoring to determine criterion validity.

Validity and Reliability of Question 8 of the Paffenbarger Physical Activity Questionnaire Among Healthy Adults

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 116-123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen Simpson ◽  
Beth Parker ◽  
Jeffrey Capizzi ◽  
Paul Thompson ◽  
Priscilla Clarkson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Predictive Validity ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Complete Representation ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:Little information exists regarding the psychometric properties of question 8 (Q8) of the Paffenbarger Physical Activity Questionnaire (PPAQ) to assess exercise. Thus, we conducted 2 studies to assess the validity and test–retest reliability of Q8 among adults.Methods:Study 1 participants (n = 419) were 44.1 ± 16.1 years of age. Validity was determined by comparing self-reported hr·d−1 in sedentary, light, moderate, and vigorous intensity physical activity (PA) and MET-hr·wk−1 on Q8 at baseline to accelerometer and health/fitness measurements using Spearman rank-order correlations. Study 2 participants (n = 217) were 44.7 ± 16.3 years of age and completed Q8 at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months. Test–retest reliability was determined using repeated measures analysis of covariance, intraclass correlations (ICCs), and standard error of the measurement (SEM).Results:Q8 displayed good criterion validity compared with accelerometer measurements (r = .102 to .200, P < .05) and predictive validity compared with health/fitness measurements (r = –.272 to .203, P < .05). No differences were observed in self-reported hr·d−1 in any of the PA categories at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months (ICC: 0.49 to 0.68; SEM: 1.0 to 2.0; P > .05), indicating good reliability.Conclusion:Q8 demonstrates adequate criterion validity, acceptable predictive validity, and satisfactory test–retest reliability and can be used in conjunction with other components of the PPAQ to provide a complete representation of exercise.

Test-retest Reliability And Validity Of The Occupational Physical Activity Questionnaire

2005 ◽  
Vol 37 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S110-S111
Author(s):  
Jared P. Reis ◽  
Katrina D. DuBose ◽  
Barbara E. Ainsworth ◽  
Caroline A. Macera ◽  
Michelle M. Yore ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Occupational Physical Activity ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

scholarly journals Relationship of Weekly Activity Minutes to Metabolic Syndrome in Prediabetes: The Healthy Living Partnerships to Prevent Diabetes

2013 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 690-698 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erica Rosenberger Hale ◽  
David C. Goff ◽  
Scott Isom ◽  
Caroline Blackwell ◽  
Melicia C. Whitt-Glover ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Diabetes Prevention ◽  
Physical Inactivity ◽  
International Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Diabetes Prevention Program ◽  
Total Activity ◽  
Healthy Living ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Background:Physical inactivity contributes to metabolic syndrome (MetS) in overweight/obesity. However, little is known about this relationship in prediabetes.Methods:The study purpose is to examine relationships between physical activity (PA) and MetS in prediabetes. The Healthy Living Partnerships to Prevent Diabetes tested a community translation of the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). Three hundred one overweight/obese prediabetics provided walking minutes/week (WM) and total activity minutes/week (AM) via the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. MetS was at least 3 of waist (men ≥ 102 cm, women ≥ 88 cm), triglycerides (≥150 mg·dl), blood pressure (≥130·85 mm Hg), glucose (≥100mg·dl), and HDL (men < 40mg·dl, women < 50mg·dl).Results:The sample was 57.5% female, 26.7% nonwhite/Hispanic, 57.9 ± 9.5 years and had a body mass index (BMI) 32.7 ± 4 kg·m2. Sixty percent had MetS. Eighteen percent with MetS reported at least 150 AM compared with 29.8% of those without MetS. The odds of MetS was lower with greater AM (Ptrend = .041) and WM (Ptrend = .024). Odds of MetS with 0 WM were 2.08 (P = .046) and with no AM were 2.78 (P = .009) times those meeting goal. One hour additional WM led to 15 times lower MetS odds.Conclusions:Meeting PA goals reduced MetS odds in this sample, which supported PA for prediabetes to prevent MetS.

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