Background Leisure-time physical activity and sport participation trends are often reported,
both in aggregate and by specific activity. Recently there has been a rise in overall leisure …

There have been increased opportunities for women and girls to play traditionally male-
dominated sports. However, we do not know the impact of these opportunities on …

Combining results from four separate studies of gender equality in Canadian interuniversity
sport, which were conducted biennially across four academic years (2010–11, 2012–13 …

In a context of stagnation of the level of health-enhancing physical activity in Europe, this
study examines the geographical stratification of sports participation and physical activity …

Research question Can evidence of trickle-down-effects be observed among youth living in
the hometowns of Canadian athletes that competed and/or won medals at the London 2012 …

The practice of sports by resident communities is a tool for healthy lifestyles, inclusive growth
and the promotion of sustainable cities. Nevertheless, the relationship between sport …

Abstract Effects of residential neighbourhood environments on health may vary across
geographical space, with differences in local contexts influencing how much a given …

The ongoing change in sport participation patterns is discussed often in the context of
'informal'sport on the rise and 'formal'sport struggling to attract more participants. While …

Introduction Finland's natural physical environment and climate support a wide variety of
informal outdoor sports, thereby motivating the population to do physical exercise in scenic …

In rural communities in Australia, the provision of sport and physical activities for children
almost exclusively relies upon parents and their ability to access and contribute to facilities …