Table 1 Adaptation of the of the IPAQ-short questions used in Eurobarmoeter 58.2

Q50.

In the last seven days, on how many days did you do vigorous physical activities like lifting heavy things, digging, aerobics or fast cycling?

None / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / Don’t know

Q51.

On days when you do vigorous physical activities, how much time do you usually spend at it (hours)?

<1.0 / 1.0–1.5 / 1.5-2.5 / 2.5-3.5 / 3.5-4.5 / >4.5 / Don’t know

Q52.

In the last seven days, on how many days did you do moderate physical activities like carrying light loads, cycling at a normal pace or doubles tennis? Please do not include walking.

None / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / Don’t know

Q53.

On days when you do moderate physical activities, how much time do you usually spend at it (hours)?

<1.0 / 1.0–1.5 / 1.5-2.5 / 2.5-3.5 / 3.5-4.5 / >4.5 / Don’t know

Q54.

In the last seven days, on how many days did you walk for at least ten minutes at a time?

None / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / Don’t know

Q55.

On days when you walk for at least ten minutes at a time, how much time do you usually spend walking (hours)?

<1.0 / 1.0–1.5 / 1.5-2.5 / 2.5-3.5 / 3.5-4.5 / >4.5 / Don’t know