Physical activity and use of suburban train stations: An
exploratory analysis Physical inactivity contributes to a
growing proportion of illness and premature death in the United
States. Only about 45 percent of Americans meet the recommended
national standard for physical activity. Yet, analysis of 300
surveys collected from train riders at three walkable New Jersey
suburban train stations showed that 78 percent met the activity
guidelines. A new train station that allows these riders to save
time in their commute has attracted new riders and has led
existing commuters to change their commute. One-third of those
surveyed reported additional physical activity primarily because
they walked more after leaving the train in mid-town New York
City. Only 8 percent reported less physical activity. The
analysis revealed that the new public transit station and
personal factors associated with a greater likelihood of using
mass transit led to more physical activity. Greenberg, M.,
Renne, J., Lane, R., & Zupan, J. (2005