reviewInternational Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical ActivityOct 21, 2011GOLD OA

Validity of the international physical activity questionnaire short form (IPAQ-SF): A systematic review

PHPaul H. LeeDJDuncan J. MacfarlaneTLTH LamSMSunita M. Stewart

Hong Kong Jockey Club · University of Hong Kong · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Background

The International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) has been recommended as a cost-effective method to assess physical activity. Several studies validating the IPAQ-SF have been conducted with differing results, but no systematic review of these studies has been reported.

Methods

The keywords "IPAQ", "validation", and "validity" were searched in PubMed and Scopus. Studies published in English that validated the IPAQ-SF against an objective physical activity measuring device, doubly labeled water, or an objective fitness measure were included.

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Topics & keywords

Topics
Keywords
  • Physical activity
  • Criterion validity
  • Medicine
  • Activity monitor
  • Physical therapy
  • Metabolic equivalent
  • Construct validity
  • Psychometrics
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