Table 3 Description of the three types of self-rated physical activity measured in the FAB study.
Category | Reference standard | Question used (answer categories) |
|---|---|---|
Absolute | PAL categories defined by WHO categories [30] | On average, which category do you believe best describes your general level of physical activity? (Bed-rested/Low/Medium/High/Very High). |
Relative | Peer comparison | In your opinion, compared to other people of your age and sex, how physically active are you? (Much less/A little less/About the same/A little more/Much more). |
Recommended | CMO guidelines [40] | According to national recommendations people should be active at a moderate intensity (e.g. brisk walking) for at least 30 minutes per day at least 5 days a week. Please indicate whether you think you achieved this level of activity over the last month. (Yes/No). |