A growing literature shows that green space can have protective effects on human health. As
a marginalized group, women often have worse life outcomes than men, including …

Much research shows that urban parks can benefit human health. Research has shown that
perceptions of park environments are an important determinant of park usage. Most …

Background COVID-19 has drastically changed the everyday lives of children, including
limiting interactions with peers, loss of regularly organized activities, and closure of schools …

This study aimed to understand the perceived effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical
activity, recreation walking, and use of recreational facilities; and if the COVID-19 pandemic …

Background Parks provide opportunities for physical activity and social interaction and are
critical for enhancing public health. It is therefore important to better understand the needs …

Neighborhood built environment features, including parks, may contribute to social capital,
but these relationships have not been adequately explored in communities of color. Our …

Constructing and renovating urban parks is an effective strategy for high-density cities to
satisfy residents' needs for recreation in nature. Using Hong Kong as an example of a high …

Park pathway characteristics can influence the movement of visitors and the functional
usage of space. This article aims to assess the design of different types of public parks in …

Despite the health benefits of parks and outdoor recreational spaces, small numbers of older
people visit parks. This study identified older park visitors' perceptions of their local parks …

Physical activity is a well-known behavior for promoting health and preventing a variety of
chronic diseases. Despite widespread knowledge of the benefits of physical activity, most …