Table 1 Operational definition of the constructs contained in the conceptual model
Domain | Construct | Operational definition | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Individual attributes | Behavior | Individual’s LTPA practice during a certain period of time | - |
Intention | Effort the individual would employ to engage in LTPA | Hagger et al. [24] | |
Perceived environment to practice | The individual’s perception of the existence of places where LTPA is practiced and their features | Nasar [31] | |
Social environment | Proximal network’s behavior | LTPA practice of the people within the person’s proximal network (friends, relatives etc.) | Carron et al. [32] |
Community’s behavior | LTPA practice of people living in a relatively large and geographically limited area | ||
Features of the places where LTPA is practiced | Access | How easily people can reach the place, including factors such as traffic, safety, physical proximity, cost and ease of transportation to it | Aytur et al. [33] |
Quality | Attributes such as maintenance, conveniences offered, aesthetics, equipment, lighting, security and layout | ||
Available activities | Amount and types of activities available |