Reassessing green exercise research
Unveiling methodological gaps and pathways for progress
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 16969019 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Luca Laezza (0000-0002-0272-0373, University of Verona, corresponding author), Stefano De Dominici (0000-0002-8165-8028, University of Copenhagen), Stefano De Dominicis, Margherita Brondino (0000-0002-8101-1419, University of Verona) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 6 |
| Pages | 1449059-1449059 |
| Publication date | 2024-11-19 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2624-9367 • E-ISSN: 2624-9367 |
| Publisher | Frontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3389/fspor.2024.1449059 |
| PMID | 39629224 |
| OpenAlex | W4404511459 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 75 |
The present review critically assesses the nexus between physical activity, nature exposure and health benefits by analysing environmental measures in green exercise research. A Cochrane-inspired review of systematic studies exposes methodological gaps, emphasising the scarcity of long-term research and the lack of rigorous designed studies. It calls for more robust, varied research designs and improved environmental metrics. The findings advocate for longitudinal research to better comprehend the mental and physical health benefits of exposure to nature. Embracing an ecological-dynamic perspective is recommended to advance our understanding of the intricate connections between activity, environment, and well-being
Economics · Engineering ethics · Management science · Mental health · Political science · Psychotherapist · Scarcity · Sociology · Computer Science · Engineering · Environmental Education and Sustainability · Physical Activity and Health · Psychology · Urban Green Space and Health
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| Unique citing works | 1 |
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |