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Researcher

Delfien Van Dyck

Awards & Distinctions

232 Results

2025

Contexts, affective and physical states and their variations during physical activity in older adults : an intensive longitudinal study with sensor-triggered event-based ecological momentary assessments

Julie DelobelleSofie CompernolleTomas VetrovskyJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Ecological momentary assessment of physical and eating behaviours : the WEALTH feasibility and optimisation study with recommendations for large-scale data collection

Michael JanekJitka KuhnovaGreet CardonDelfien Van DyckRichard CimlerSteriani ElavskyLeopold K. FezeuJean-Michel OppertChristoph BuckAntje Hebestreit et al.

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Effects of park renovation on park use : results of a natural experiment in Belgium with two years of follow-up

Amber Van PuyveldeBenedicte DeforcheJelle Van CauwenbergEmma De KeyserJenny VeitchDelfien Van DyckLouise Poppe

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

Experience sampling method studies in physical activity research : the relevance of causal reasoning

Louise PoppeAnnick De PaepeBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckTom LoeysJelle Van Cauwenberg

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Gaining insights into older adults' physical activity to optimize digital health interventions

Iris MaesDelfien Van DyckGreet Cardon

Identifying older adults’ needs for park renewal in low-income neighbourhoods : a citizen science approach

Amber Van PuyveldeDelfien Van DyckJenny VeitchAnna TimperioNoortje JacobsJelle Van CauwenbergBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING

Physical activity and citizen science : two case studies from Flanders (Belgium)

Greet CardonTom StormeSebastien ChastinSien BenoitBart De WitDelfien Van DyckNico Van de WegheFrank WitloxKatrien De Cocker

Bookchapter in Health, media, and communication

Sensor-triggered ecological momentary assessment in physical activity and sedentary behaviour research among Belgian community-dwelling elderly : lessons learnt from intensive longitudinal studies

Julie DelobelleElien LebufSofie CompernolleTomas VetrovskyJelle Van CauwenbergRichard CimlerJitka KuhnovaDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in BMJ OPEN

2024

Associations between the objective and perceived food environment and eating behavior in relation to socioeconomic status among adults in peri-urban settings : results from the CIVISANO study in Flanders, Belgium

Yasemin InacSuzannah D'HoogheDelfien Van DyckSarah DuryStefanie VandevijvereBenedicte DeforcheEva M. De ClercqNico Van de WegheKarin De Ridder

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Associations of perceived neighbourhood and home environments with sedentary behaviour among adolescents in 14 countries : the IPEN adolescent cross sectional observational study

Ranjit Mohan AnjanaHarish RanjaniEster CerinMuhammad AkramJo SalmonTerry L. ConwayKelli L. CainRajendra PradeepaAnthony BarnettCindy H. P. Sit et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Attainment of World Health Organization physical activity recommendations by Ecuadorian children : analysis of social and anthropometrics factors in two distinct populations

María José Molina CandoIrina Chis SterSamuel EscandonRene-Vinicio SanchezAlejandro RodriguezMartha E. ChicoMaritza VacaChristopher G. OwenDelfien Van DyckPhilip J. Cooper et al.

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Bewegen door de stad, vandaag én morgen : tien experten aan het woord

Lien De RuyckSidharta GautamaWouter Van den BoschWim DeraveJeroen BourgonjonEvelien MarlierDelfien Van DyckPieter MorlionHendrik SlabbinckNico Van de Weghe

Determinants of food insecurity among adults residing in peri-urban municipal settings in Flanders, Belgium

Yasemin InacSuzannah D'HoogheKarin De RidderSarah DuryNico Van de WegheEva M. De ClercqDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheStefanie Vandevijvere

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Exploring emotions in relation to neighborhood environmental characteristics among older adults with low socioeconomic position : a qualitative study using walk-along interviews

Noortje JacobsBenedicte DeforcheAmber Van PuyveldeDelfien Van DyckLieze MertensJenny VeitchJelle Van Cauwenberg

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

Fitbit's accuracy to measure short bouts of stepping and sedentary behaviour : validation, sensitivity and specificity study

Julie DelobelleElien LebufDelfien Van DyckSofie CompernolleMichael JanekFemke De BackereTomas Vetrovsky

A1 Journal Article in DIGITAL HEALTH

How does the built environment affect patient safety in relation to physical activity? Experiences at a rehabilitation center

Margo AnnemansDelfien Van DyckAnn Heylighen

A1 Journal Article in APPLIED ERGONOMICS

Older adults' compliance with mobile ecological momentary assessments in health behavior research : future recommendations

Sofie CompernolleTomas VetrovskyIris MaesJulie DelobelleElien LebufFlore De VylderKim CnuddeDelfien Van Dyck

Older adults’ compliance with mobile ecological momentary assessments in behavioral nutrition and physical activity research : pooled results of four intensive longitudinal studies and recommendations for future research

Sofie CompernolleT. VetrovskyIris MaesJulie DelobelleElien LebufFlore De VylderKim CnuddeJelle Van CauwenbergLouise PoppeDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Participatory development of an mHealth intervention delivered in general practice to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour of patients with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes (ENERGISED)

Jan NovakKaterina JurkovaAnna LojkaskovaAndrea JaklovaJitka KuhnovaMarketa PfeiferovaNorbert KralMichael JanekDan OmcirkKaterina Malisova et al.

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Professionalizing all-volunteer nonprofit organizations : an intervention study based on the competing values framework and self-determination theory

Tom De ClerckLeen HaerensDelfien Van DyckGeert DevosAnnick Willem

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Sedentary patterns and health outcomes in the oldest-old : a latent profile analysis

Elien LebufDelfien Van DyckLaura Van de VeldeMelanie BeeckmanJelle Van CauwenbergSofie Compernolle

A1 Journal Article in PEERJ

The intricate relationship between socioeconomic status, environmental factors, and their role in shaping health behaviors and food insecurity in peri-urban settings in Flanders

Yasemin InacDelfien Van DyckSarah DuryNico Van de WegheEva De Clercq

The relationship of affective and bodily states with goals and plans to increase physical activity : an 8‐day study in students

Maya BraunHelene SchroéDelfien Van DyckGeert CrombezAnnick De Paepe

A1 Journal Article in APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY-HEALTH AND WELL BEING

Unveiling digital pathways to active aging : an exploratory mixed methods study of older adults’ experiences and the impact of person‐level factors on mHealth intervention engagement

Iris MaesStéphanie CarlierJulie LatommeFemke De BackereGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

Unveiling the digital pathways to active aging : an exploratory mixed methods study in older adults

Iris MaesStéphanie CarlierJulie LatommeFemke De BackereGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

Which street characteristics support cycling for transport among vulnerable groups in traffic : a think-aloud study in virtual reality

Benjamin BeirensLieze MertensBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheKobe BoussauwDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT GEOGRAPHY

Within- and between-person associations of time-varying determinants with snacking in older adults : an EMA study

Kim CnuddeFlore De VylderGreet CardonIris MaesDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in BRITISH JOURNAL OF NUTRITION

2023

Content and quality of physical activity ontologies : a systematic review

Maya BraunStéphanie CarlierFemke De BackereAnnick De PaepeMarie Van de VeldeDelfien Van DyckMarta MarquesFilip De TurckGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Neighborhood environments and older adults’ mental health : mediating role of environmental perception and activity diversity

Yafei YueDelfien Van DyckDongfeng Yang

Park features that encourage park visitation among older adults : a qualitative study

Amber Van PuyveldeBenedicte DeforcheLieze MertensElise RiveraDelfien Van DyckJenny VeitchLouise Poppe

A1 Journal Article in URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING

Predictive within-day associations of emotions, physical complaints, intention and self-efficacy with subsequent accelerometer-assessed physical activity in older adults : a time-based EMA study

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeTomas VetrovskyGeert CrombezFemke De BackereDelfien Van Dyck

The impact of renewal of an urban park in Belgium on park use, park-based physical activity, and social interaction : a natural experiment

Louise PoppeDelfien Van DyckEmma De KeyserAmber Van PuyveldeJenny VeitchBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

The role of the perceived environment for recreational walking among adults in socioeconomically disadvantaged situations : a study using walk-along interviews

Suzannah D'HoogheYasemin InacBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckKarin de RidderStefanie VandevijvereNico Van de WegheSarah Dury

A1 Journal Article in SSM-POPULATION HEALTH

What affects physical activity in a rehabilitation centre? Voices of patients, nurses, therapists, and activity trackers

Margo AnnemansDelfien Van DyckAnn Heylighen

A1 Journal Article in DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION

Within-person associations of accelerometer-assessed physical activity with time-varying determinants in older adults : time-based ecological momentary assessment study

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeTomas VetrovskyGeert CrombezFemke De BackereRuben BrondeelDelfien Van Dyck

A2 Journal Article in JMIR AGING

mHealth intervention delivered in general practice to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour of patients with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes (ENERGISED) : rationale and study protocol for a pragmatic randomised controlled trial

Tomas VetrovskyNorbert KralMarketa PfeiferovaJitka KuhnovaJan NovakCharlotte WahlichAndrea JaklovaKaterina JurkovaMichael JanekDan Omcirk et al.

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

2022

A self-regulation digital health tool to promote an active lifestyle in adults : towards a more effective and personalized approach

Helene SchroéDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGeert Crombez

Associations of accelerometer measured school- and non-school based physical activity and sedentary time with body mass index : IPEN Adolescent study

Delfien Van DyckAnthony BarnettEster CerinTerry L. ConwayIrene Esteban-CornejoErica HincksonLukáš RubínElaine RushOrna Baron-EpelKelli L. Cain et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Citizen science and the potential for mobility policy : introducing the Bike Barometer

Tom StormeSien BenoitNico Van de WegheLieze MertensDelfien Van DyckRuben BrondeelFrank WitloxLuc ZwartjesGreet Cardon

A2 Journal Article in CASE STUDIES ON TRANSPORT POLICY

Creating healthy and sustainable cities : what gets measured, gets done

Billie Giles-CortiAnne Vernez MoudonMelanie LoweDeepti AdlakhaEster CerinGeoff BoeingCarl HiggsJonathan ArundelShiqin LiuErica Hinckson et al.

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Creating safe and attractive environments for cycling : which factors are important for older adults? A think-aloud study in virtual reality

Benjamin BeirensDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheKobe BoussauwLieze Mertens

Determining thresholds for spatial urban design and transport features that support walking to create healthy and sustainable cities : findings from the IPEN Adult study

Ester CerinJames F SallisDeborah SalvoErica HincksonTerry L ConwayNeville OwenDelfien Van DyckMelanie LoweCarl HiggsAnne Vernez Moudon et al.

A1 Journal Article in LANCET GLOBAL HEALTH

Environmental factors associated with perceived cycling safety along adolescents’ home-to-school routes

Sien BenoitDelfien Van DyckTom StormeFrank WitloxGreet CardonJasper SchipperijnSteven VerstocktDirk LauwersNico Van de Weghe

A2 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF LOCATION BASED SERVICES

Fietsveiligheid door de ogen van jongeren : subjectieve fietsveiligheid langs schoolroutes in Vlaanderen

Sien BenoitDelfien Van DyckTom StormeFrank WitloxGreet CardonJasper SchipperijnSteven VerstocktDirk LauwersNico Van de Weghe

A2 Journal Article in TIJDSCHRIFT VERVOERSWETENSCHAP (2003)

Identifying conducive contexts and working mechanisms of sedentary behavior interventions in older adults : a realist review

Laura Van de VeldeGreet CardonDelfien Van DyckSebastien ChastinEmelien LauwerierSofie Compernolle

Individual and food environment factors associated with the diet of disadvantaged adults in Flanders

Yasemin InacE de ClerqNico Van de WegheS DurySuzannah D'HoogheS VandevijvereDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheK De Ridder

Investigating when, which, and why users stop using a digital health intervention to promote an active lifestyle : secondary analysis with a focus on health action process approach–based psychological determinants

Helene SchroéGeert CrombezIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH

Perceived urban environment attributes and device-measured physical activity in Latin America : an 8-nation study

Gerson FerrariAndré O. WerneckDanilo R. SilvaIrina KovalskysGeorgina GómezAttilio RigottiLilia Y. CortésMartha Cecilia Yépez GarcíaMaria R. Liria-DomínguezMarianella Herrera-Cuenca et al.

A1 Journal Article in AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Physical activity during recess in elementary schoolchildren in Belgium and Ecuador : the role of the physical environment at school

Delfien Van DyckCheyenne TimmermanAugusta HermidaRosa PintadoMercedes CárdenasSamuel EscandónAngélica Maria Ochoa-Avilés

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF SPORTS SCIENCES

Relations of the neighbourhood socio-economic and physical environment with 3-year changes in health-related quality of life among community-dwelling older adults in Belgium

Jelle Van CauwenbergLieze MertensMirko PetrovicDelfien Van DyckBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

The CIVISANO protocol : a mixed-method study about the role of objective and perceived environmental factors on physical activity and eating behavior among socioeconomically disadvantaged adults

Suzannah D'HoogheYasemin InacEva De ClercqBenedicte DeforcheSarah DuryStefanie VandevijvereNico Van de WegheDelfien Van DyckKarin De Ridder

A1 Journal Article in ARCHIVES OF PUBLIC HEALTH

The association between Geographic Information System-based neighborhood built environmental factors and accelerometer-derived light-intensity physical activity across the lifespan : a cross-sectional study

Sofie CompernolleLieze MertensJelle Van CauwenbergIris MaesDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in PEERJ

The association between the number of parks near home and levels of physical activity among community-dwelling older adults : a longitudinal study

Louise PoppeBenedicte DeforcheJelle Van CauwenbergRuben BrondeelLieze MertensNico Van de WegheSien BenoitJenny VeitchDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

The built environment and mental health among older adults in Dalian : the mediating role of perceived environmental attributes

Yafei YueDongfeng YangNeville OwenDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE

The effect of physical activity on daily cognitive functioning in older adults : a pilot study

Fien De BlockDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheGeert CrombezLouise Poppe

The importance of the leaders’ and coaches’ motivating style for sports club members’ motivation to participate in organized sports : study of trickle-down effects

Tom De ClerckAnnick WillemSofie MorbéeDelfien Van DyckLeen Haerens

A1 Journal Article in SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST

The role of socio-demographic factors and physical functioning in the intra- and interpersonal variability of older adults’ sedentary time : an observational two-country study

Sofie CompernolleEster CerinAnthony BarnettCasper J. P. ZhangJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in BMC GERIATRICS

The variability of emotions, physical complaints, intention, and self-efficacy : an ecological momentary assessment study in older adults

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeGeert CrombezTomas VetrovskyDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in PEERJ

The variability of emotions, physical complaints, intention, and self-efficacy towards physical activity : an EMA study in older adults

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeGeert CrombezTomas VetrovskyDelfien Van Dyck

Towards more personalized digital health interventions : a clustering method of action and coping plans to promote physical activity

Helene SchroéStéphanie CarlierDelfien Van DyckFemke De BackereGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Urban greenspace and mental health in Chinese older adults : associations across different greenspace measures and mediating effects of environmental perceptions

Yafei YueDongfeng YangDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

2021

Age-related differences in the associations of physical environmental factors and psychosocial factors with accelerometer-assessed physical activity

Iris MaesDelfien Van DyckJelle Van CauwenbergLieze Mertens

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

An EMA study in older adults : the variability of emotions, physical complaints, intention and self-efficacy

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeGeert CrombezTomas VetrovskyDelfien Van Dyck

Assessing active transportation among socio-economically disadvantaged adults through participatory Geographic Information Systems : Individual Map Creation

Yasemin InacNico Van de WegheEva De ClercqSuzannah D'HoogheBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckSarah DuryStefanie VandevijvereKarin De Ridder

Corrigendum to 'Using virtual reality to investigate physical environmental factors related to cycling in older adults: A comparison between two methodologies' [J. Transport Health 19 (2020) 100921]

Lieze MertensJelle Van CauwenbergBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheMario MatthysDelfien Van Dyck

Effectiveness of the mHealth intervention 'MyDayPlan' to increase physical activity : an aggregated single case approach

Laurent DegrooteAnnick De PaepeIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Engagement with, and efficacy, of a self-monitoring mobile health intervention to reduce sedentary behavior in Belgian older adults : mixed methods study

Sofie CompernolleGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

Environmental factors associated with perceived cycling safety of intersections, road segments and home-to-school routes of adolescents in Flanders

Sien BenoitNico Van de WegheDelfien Van Dyck

Exploring breaks in older adults’ sedentary behavior immediately after receiving personalized haptic feedback : intervention study

Sofie CompernolleDelfien Van DyckGreet CardonRuben Brondeel

A1 Journal Article in JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH

Factors associated with perceived cycling safety of intersections, road segments and home-to-school routes of adolescents in Flanders

Sien BenoitNico Van de WegheDelfien Van Dyck

Identifying conducive contexts and working mechanisms of sedentary behaviour interventions in older adults : a realist review protocol as part of the ‘Stand UP Seniors’ project

Sofie CompernolleDelfien Van DyckKenneth VanhoveSebastien ChastinEmelien LauwerierGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMJ OPEN

International Physical Activity and Built Environment Study of Adolescents : IPEN Adolescent design, protocol and measures

Kelli L CainJo SalmonTerry L ConwayEster CerinErica HincksonJosef MitášJasper SchipperijnLawrence D FrankRanjit Mohan AnjanaAnthony Barnett et al.

A1 Journal Article in BMJ OPEN

International evaluation of the Microscale Audit of Pedestrian Streetscapes (MAPS) global instrument : comparative assessment between local and remote online observers

Eric H. FoxJames E. ChapmanAbraham M. MolandNicole E. AlfonsinLawrence D. FrankJames F. SallisTerry L. ConwayKelli L. CainCarrie GeremiaEster Cerin et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Nature relatedness as a potential factor to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior in Ecuadorian children

María José Molina-CandoSamuel EscandónDelfien Van DyckGreet CardonDeborah SalvoFlorian FiebelkornSusana AndradeCristina Ochoa-AvilésAna GarcíaJorge Brito et al.

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Reliability of streetscape audits comparing on‐street and online observations : MAPS-Global in 5 countries

Ana QueraltJavier Molina-GarcíaMarta Terrón-PérezEster CerinAnthony BarnettAnna TimperioJenny VeitchRodrigo ReisAlexandre Augusto Paula SilvaAriane Ghekiere et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Sex-specific typologies of older adults’ sedentary behaviors and their associations with health-related and socio-demographic factors : a latent profile analysis

Sofie CompernolleIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in BMC GERIATRICS

Sex-specific typologies of older adults’ sedentary behaviors and their associations with health-related and socio-demographic factors : a latent profile analysis

Sofie CompernolleGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

The impact of mental and somatic stressors on physical activity and sedentary behaviour in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus : a diary study

Louise PoppeAnnick De PaepeDimitri Van RyckeghemDelfien Van DyckIris MaesGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in PEERJ

The perceived obesogenic environment survey in the Flemish municipal context : the CIVISANO project

Yasemin InacSuzannah D'HoogheS. DuryE. De ClerqS. VandevijvereDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheK. de Ridder

The variability of emotions, physical complaints, intention and self-efficacy towards physical activity : an EMA study in older adults

Iris MaesLieze MertensLouise PoppeGeert CrombezTomas VetrovksyDelfien Van Dyck

Using an interactive 3D model before environmental changes take place : differences in perceived safety and appeal related to cycling for transport

Lieze MertensMaxim De SloovereMario MatthysBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheDelfien Van Dyck

2020

Acceptability and feasibility of the mHealth intervention 'MyDayPlan' to increase physical activity in a general adult population

Laurent DegrooteDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijAnnick De PaepeGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Bewegen op Verwijzing, ook voor kwetsbare groepen! Evaluatie van het project in Vlaanderen en Brussel

Iris MaesLieze MertensDelfien Van DyckRagnar Van AckerDempsey DemeyerFrans GovaertsLuc Lipkens

A2 Journal Article in HUISARTS NU (BERCHEM)

Content validity and methodological considerations in ecological momentary assessment studies on physical activity and sedentary behaviour : a systematic review

Laurent DegrooteAnn DeSmetIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Do physical activity and sedentary time mediate the association of the perceived environment with BMI? The IPEN adult study

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinMuhammad AkramTerry L. ConwayDuncan MacfarlaneRachel DaveyOlga L. SarmientoLars Breum ChristiansenRodrigo ReisJosef Mitas et al.

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Engagement, acceptability, usability, and preliminary efficacy of a self-monitoring mobile health intervention to reduce sedentary behavior in belgian older adults : mixed methods study

Sofie CompernolleGreet CardonHidde P. van der PloegFemke Van NassauIlse De BourdeaudhuijJudith J. JelsmaRuben BrondeelDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH

Inequality in physical activity, global trends by income inequality and gender in adults

Chastin SFMJelle Van CauwenbergLaura MaenhoutGreet CardonE. V. LambertDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Introducing activity tracking in healthcare settings : the merit of self-reflection

Margo AnnemansDelfien Van DyckAnn Heylighen

Is the perceived neighborhood built environment associated with domain-specific physical activity in Latin American adults? An eight-country observational study

Gerson FerrariAndre Oliveira WerneckDanilo Rodrigues da SilvaIrina KovalskysGeorgina GomezAttilio RigottiLilia Yadira Cortes SanabriaMartha Yepez GarciaRossina G. ParejaMarianella Herrera-Cuenca et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Main and interacting effects of physical activity and sedentary time on older adults' BMI: The moderating roles of socio-demographic and environmental attributes

Delfien Van DyckAnthony BarnettJelle Van CauwenbergCasper J. P. ZhangCindy H. P. SitEster Cerin

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Objective neighbourhood attributes as correlates of neighbourhood dissatisfaction and the mediating role of neighbourhood perceptions in older adults from culturally and physically diverse urban environments

Anthony BarnettDelfien Van DyckJelle Van CauwenbergCasper J. P. ZhangP. C. LaiEster Cerin

A1 Journal Article in CITIES

Older adults' perceptions of sedentary behavior : a systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies

Sofie CompernolleKatrien De CockerGreet CardonIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in GERONTOLOGIST

The occupational sitting and physical activity questionnaire (OSPAQ) : a validation study with accelerometer-assessed measures

Iris MaesMargo KetelsDelfien Van DyckEls Clays

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Urban environments and objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time in older Belgian and Chinese community dwellers: potential pathways of influence and the moderating role of physical function

Ester CerinDelfien Van DyckCasper J. P. ZhangJelle Van CauwenbergPoh-chin LaiAnthony Barnett

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Using virtual reality to investigate physical environmental factors related to cycling in older adults : a comparison between two methodologies

Lieze MertensJelle Van CauwenbergBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheMario MatthysDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH

Which behaviour change techniques are effective to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour in adults : a factorial randomized trial of an e- and m-health intervention

Helene SchroéDelfien Van DyckAnnick De PaepeLouise PoppeWen Wei LohMaïté VerloigneTom LoeysIlse De BourdeaudhuijGeert Crombez

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

2019

A questionnaire to assess parental perception of barriers towards active commuting to school (PABACS) : reliability and validity

FJ Huertas-DelgadoJ Molina-GarcíaDelfien Van DyckP Chillon

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH

Associations of built environment and proximity of food outlets with weight status : analysis from 14 cities in 10 countries

Thomas CochraneYan YuRachel DaveyEster CerinKelli L CainTerry L ConwayJacqueline KerrLawrence D FrankJames E ChapmanMarc A Adams et al.

A1 Journal Article in PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Cognitive functioning as a moderator in the relationship between the perceived neighborhood physical environment and physical activity in Belgian older adults

Freja GheysenKarel HermanDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Development and validation of the neighborhood environment walkability scale for youth across six continents

Ester CerinTerry L ConwayAnthony BarnettMelody SmithJenny VeitchKelli L CainFerdinand SalonnaRodrigo S ReisJavier Molina-GarcíaErica Hinckson et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Differences in park characteristic preferences for visitation and physical activity among adolescents : a latent class analysis

Lieze MertensJelle Van CauwenbergJenny VeitchBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Do associations of sex, age and education with transport and leisure-time physical activity differ across 17 cities in 12 countries?

Josef MitášEster CerinRodrigo Siqueira ReisTerry L ConwayKelli L CainMarc A AdamsGrant SchofieldOlga L SarmientoLars B ChristiansenRachel Davey et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Effectiveness of interventions using self-monitoring to reduce sedentary behavior in adults : a systematic review and meta-analysis

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

How can just-in-time behavior change of physical activity be realized in older adults while considering the interaction with their environment?

Iris MaesLieze MertensGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

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Iris MaesLieze MertensGreet CardonDelfien Van Dyck

Individual, social, and physical environmental factors related to changes in walking and cycling for transport among older adults : a longitudinal study

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A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Opinions towards physical activity interventions using Facebook or text messaging : focus group interviews with vocational school-aged adolescents

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A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

Results of MyPlan 2.0 on physical activity in older Belgian adults : randomized controlled trial

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A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH

2018

Daily patterns of preschoolers’ objectively measured step counts in six European countries : cross-sectional results from the ToyBox-Study

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Development and reliability of a streetscape observation instrument for international use : MAPS-global

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Differences in context-specific sedentary behaviors according to weight status in adolescents, adults and seniors : a compositional data analysis

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Differences in physical environmental characteristics between adolescents’ actual and shortest cycling routes : a study using a Google Street View-based audit

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Explaining and promoting active transport in adolescents: a socio-ecological approach

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Factors related with public open space use among adolescents : a study using GPS and accelerometers

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Hoe zet je jongeren aan om meer te bewegen in de openbare ruimte?

Linde Van HeckeJelle Van CauwenbergPeter ClarysDelfien Van DyckBenedicte Deforche

A4 Journal Article in VLAAMS TIJDSCHRIFT VOOR SPORTBEHEER

How to assess parental barriers towards active commuting to school in children and adolescents : a validity and reliability study of the PABACS questionnaire

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Objectively-assessed neighbourhood destination accessibility and physical activity in adults from 10 countries : an analysis of moderators and perceptions as mediators

Ester CerinTerry L ConwayMarc A AdamsAnthony BarnettKelli L CainNeville OwenLars B ChristiansenDelfien Van DyckJosef MitášOlga L Sarmiento et al.

A1 Journal Article in SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE

Parents’ and adolescents’ perception of traffic- and crime-related safety as correlates of independent mobility among Belgian adolescents

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A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Park characteristics preferred for adolescent park visitation and physical activity : a choice-based conjoint analysis using manipulated photographs

Benedicte DeforcheLinde Van HeckeAriane GhekiereJenny VeitchIlse De BourdeaudhuijPeter ClarysNico Van de WegheDelfien Van DyckJelle Van Cauwenberg

Park characteristics preferred for adolescent park visitation and physical activity : a choice-based conjoint analysis using manipulated photographs

Linde Van HeckeAriane GhekiereJelle Van CauwenbergJenny VeitchIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckPeter ClarysNico Van de WegheBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING

Patterns of sedentary activities by weight status : a compositional data analysis

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Public open space characteristics influencing adolescents’ use and physical activity : a systematic literature review of qualitative and quantitative studies

Linde Van HeckeAriane GhekiereJenny VeitchDelfien Van DyckJelle Van CauwenbergPeter ClarysBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Subgroups of adolescents differing in physical and social environmental preferences towards cycling for transport : a latent class analysis

Hannah VerhoevenAriane GhekiereJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijPeter ClarysBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

The role of public open spaces for physical activity promotion among adolescents

Linde Van HeckeBenedicte DeforchePeter ClarysDelfien Van Dyck

Walking as a mediator of the relationship of social support with vitality and psychological distress in older adults

Susana CarrapatosoGreet CardonDelfien Van DyckJoana CarvalhoFreja Gheysen

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Which physical and social environmental factors most strongly influence a street's appeal for transportation cycling among adolescents? An experimental study using manipulated photographs

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2017

A European perspective on GIS-based walkability and active modes of transport

Gerlinde GrasserDelfien Van DyckSylvia TitzeWillibald J Stronegger

A1 Journal Article in EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Access to parks and physical activity: An eight country comparison

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A1 Journal Article in URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING

Active use of parks in Flanders (Belgium) : an exploratory observational study

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

Built environmental correlates of cycling for transport across Europe

Lieze MertensSofie CompernolleBenedicte DeforcheJoreintje D MackenbachJeroen LakerveldJohannes BrugCélina RodaThierry FeuilletJean-Michel OppertKetevan Glonti et al.

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Development and reliability of a streetscape observation instrument for international use : MAPS-global

Kelli L CainCarrie M GeremiaTerry L ConwayLawrence D FrankJames E ChapmanEric FoxAnna TimperioJenny VeitchDelfien Van DyckHannah Verhoeven et al.

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Ester CerinJosef MitášKelli L CainTerry L ConwayMarc A AdamsGrant SchofieldOlga L SarmientoRodrigo Siqueira ReisJasper SchipperijnRachel Davey et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Opinions toward physical activity, sedentary behavior, and interventions to stimulate active living during early retirement : a qualitative study in recently retired adults

Delfien Van DyckLieze MertensGreet CardonKatrien De CockerIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF AGING AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Park characteristics influencing the supportiveness for park visitation and park based physical activity in adolescents : a choice-based conjoint analysis with manipulated photographs

Linde Van HeckeAriane GhekiereJenny VeitchJelle Van CauwenbergIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckBenedicte Deforche

Which park characteristics influence the invitingness for park visitation and park-based physical activity in adolescents? : a choice-based conjoint analysis using photographs

Delfien Van DyckLinde Van HeckeAriane GhekiereJelle Van CauwenbergJenny VeitchIlse De BourdeaudhuijPeter ClarysNico Van de WegheBenedicte Deforche

Which physical and social environmental factors are most important for adolescents’ cycling for transport? : an experimental study using manipulated photographs

Hannah VerhoevenAriane GhekiereJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijPeter ClarysBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Which psychological, social and physical environmental characteristics predict changes in physical activity and sedentary behaviors during early retirement? : a longitudinal study

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A1 Journal Article in PEERJ

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

2016

Associations between time spent in green areas and physical activity among late middle-aged adults

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A1 Journal Article in GEOSPATIAL HEALTH

Changes in individual and social environmental characteristics in relation to changes in physical activity : a longitudinal study from primary to secondary school

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

Children's GPS‑determined versus self‑reported transport in leisure time and associations with parental perceptions of the neighborhood environment

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Correlates of agreement between accelerometry and self-reported physical activity

Ester CerinKelli L CainAdewale L OyeyemiNeville OwenTerry L ConwayTom CochraneDelfien Van DyckJasper SchipperijnJosef MitášMette Toftager et al.

A1 Journal Article in MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE

Differences in environmental preferences towards cycling for transport among adults : a latent class analysis

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A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Dynamic assessment of inhaled air pollution using GPS and accelerometer data

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A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH

Effectiveness of the self-regulation eHealth intervention ‘MyPlan1.0.’ on physical activity levels of recently retired Belgian adults : a randomized controlled trial

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A1 Journal Article in HEALTH EDUCATION RESEARCH

Interactions between neighborhood social environment and walkability to explain Belgian older adults' physical activity and sedentary time

Veerle Van HolleJelle Van CauwenbergIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

International comparisons of the associations between objective measures of the built environment and transport-related walking and cycling : IPEN adult study

Lars B ChristiansenEster CerinHannah BadlandJacqueline KerrRachel DaveyJens TroelsenDelfien Van DyckJosef MitášGrant SchofieldTakemi Sugiyama et al.

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH

Longitudinal changes in physical activity and sedentary time in adults around retirement age : what is the moderating role of retirement status, gender and educational level?

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A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Neighborhood walkability and health outcomes among older adults: the mediating role of physical activity

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A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Perceived neighborhood environmental attributes associated with walking and cycling for transport among adult residents of 17 cities in 12 countries : the IPEN study

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A1 Journal Article in LANCET

Promoting active transport in older adolescents before they obtain their driving licence : a matched control intervention study

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A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Psychosocial and environmental correlates of walking, cycling, public transport and passive transport to various destinations in Flemish older adolescents

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A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Social and physical environmental factors influencing adolescents' physical activity in urban public open spaces : a qualitative study using walk-along interviews

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A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Stapspots: manier om wandelen naar school te promoten?

Griet VanwolleghemSara D'HaeseDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

A4 Journal Article in TIJDSCHRIFT VOOR LICHAMELIJKE OPVOEDING

The association between Belgian older adults' physical functioning and physical activity : what is the moderating role of the physical environment?

Veerle Van HolleJelle Van CauwenbergFreja GheysenDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

The moderating effect of psychosocial factors in the relation between neighborhood walkability and children’s physical activity

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Using an audit tool (MAPS Global) to assess the characteristics of the physical environment related to walking for transport in youth : reliability of Belgian data

Griet VanwolleghemAriane GhekiereGreet CardonIlse De BourdeaudhuijSara D'HaeseCarrie M GeremiaMatthieu LenoirJames F SallisHannah VerhoevenDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Which environmental factors most strongly influence a street's appeal for bicycle transport among adults? : a conjoint study using manipulated photographs

Lieze MertensDelfien Van DyckAriane GhekiereIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheJelle Van Cauwenberg

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Which socio-ecological factors associate with a switch to or maintenance of active and passive transport during the transition from primary to secondary school?

Griet VanwolleghemDelfien Van DyckFemke De MeesterIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet CardonFreja Gheysen

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

2015

Assessment of physical activity in older Belgian adults : validity and reliability of an adapted interview version of the long International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ-L)

Veerle Van HolleIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Can changes in psychosocial factors and residency explain the decrease in physical activity during the transition from high school to college or university?

Delfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijTom DeliensBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

Changes in the perceived neighborhood environment in relation to changes in physical activity: a longitudinal study from childhood into adolescence

Sara D'HaeseFemke De MeesterGreet CardonIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Changes in weight, physical activity, sedentary behaviour and dietary intake during the transition to higher education : a prospective study

Benedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckTom DeliensIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Cross-continental comparison of the association between the physical environment and active transportation in children : a systematic review

Sara D'HaeseGriet VanwolleghemErica HincksonIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Do psychosocial factors moderate the association between objective neighborhood walkability and older adults' physical activity?

Veerle Van HolleJelle Van CauwenbergBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Does the effect of micro-environmental factors on a street's appeal for adults' bicycle transport vary across different macro-environments? : an experimental study

Lieze MertensJelle Van CauwenbergAriane GhekiereVeerle Van HolleIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheJack NasarNico Van de WegheDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Dynamic assessment of inhaled air pollution using GPS and accelerometer data

Bart DewulfTijs NeutensDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijCarolien BeckxLuc Int PanisNico Van de Weghe

IPAQ interview version : convergent validity with accelerometers and comparison of physical activity and sedentary time levels with the self-administered version

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF SPORTS MEDICINE AND PHYSICAL FITNESS

International study of objectively measured physical activity and sedentary time with body mass index and obesity: IPEN adult study

Delfien Van DyckE CerinIlse De BourdeaudhuijE HincksonRS ReisR DaveyOL SarmientoJ MitasJ TroelsenD MacFarlane et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBESITY

International study of perceived neighbourhood environmental attributes and body mass index : IPEN Adult study in 12 countries

Ilse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckDeborah SalvoRachel DaveyRodrigo S ReisGrant SchofieldOlga L SarmientoJosef MitasLars Breum ChristiansenDuncan MacFarlane et al.

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Interrelation of sport participation, physical activity, social capital and mental health in disadvantaged communities : a sem-analysis

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A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Kinderen in speelstraten bewegen meer en zitten minder

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A4 Journal Article in VLAAMS TIJDSCHRIFT VOOR SPORTBEHEER

Moderating effects of age, gender and education on the associations of perceived neighborhood environment attributes with accelerometer-based physical activity: the IPEN adult study

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinIlse De BourdeaudhuijDeborah SalvoLars B ChristiansenDuncan MacfarlaneNeville OwenJosef MitasJens TroelsenInes Aguinaga-Ontoso et al.

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Organizing 'Play Streets' during school vacations can increase physical activity and decrease sedentary time in children

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Relationship of the perceived social and physical environment with mental health-related quality of life in middle-aged and older adults : mediating effects of physical activity

Delfien Van DyckMegan TeychenneSarah A McNaughtonIlse De BourdeaudhuijJo Salmon

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

Social and physical environmental factors influencing adolescents' physical activity in urban public open spaces : a qualitative study using walk-along interviews

Linde Van HeckeJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijJenny VeitchBenedicte Deforche

The association between the parental perception of the physical neighborhood environment and children's location-specific physical activity

Sara D'HaeseDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

The contribution of former work-related activity levels to predict physical activity and sedentary time during early retirement : moderating role of educational level and physical functioning

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in PLOS ONE

2014

Assessing the environmental characteristics of cycling routes to school : a study on the reliability and validity of a Google Street View-based audit

Griet VanwolleghemDelfien Van DyckFabian DucheyneIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Changes in physical activity during the transition from primary to secondary school in Belgian children: what is the role of the school environment?

Femke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Feasibility and effectiveness of drop-off spots to promote walking to school

Griet VanwolleghemSara D'HaeseDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Interacting psychosocial and environmental correlates of leisure-time physical activity: a three-country study

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinTerry L ConwayIlse De BourdeaudhuijNeville OwenJacqueline KerrGreet CardonJames F Sallis

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

Neighborhood environments and objectively measured physical activity in 11 countries

Ester CerinKelli L CainTerry L ConwayDelfien Van DyckErica HincksonJasper SchipperijnIlse De BourdeaudhuijNeville OwenRachel C DaveyAkira Hino et al.

A1 Journal Article in MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE

Parental perceived neighborhood attributes : associations with active transport and physical activity among 10-12 year old children and the mediating role of independent mobility

Femke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Perceived neighbourhood environmental attributes associated with adults' recreational walking : IPEN Adult study in 12 countries

Takemi SugiyamaEster CerinNeville OwenAdewale L OyeyemiTerry L ConwayDelfien Van DyckJasper SchipperijnDuncan J MacfarlaneDeborah SalvoRodrigo S Reis et al.

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Perception of built environmental factors and physical activity among adolescents in Nigeria

Adewale Luqman OyeyemiCornelius M IshakuBenedicte DeforcheAdetoyeje Y OyeyemiIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Relationship between neighborhood walkability and older adults' physical activity : results from the Belgian Environmental Physical Activity Study in Seniors (BEPAS Seniors)

Veerle Van HolleJelle Van CauwenbergDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheNico Van de WegheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Social and physical environmental correlates of adults' weekend sitting time and moderating effects of retirement status and physical health

Veerle Van HolleSarah A McNaughtonMegan TeychenneAnna TimperioDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijJo Salmon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH

The association between objective walkability, neighborhood socio-economic status, and physical activity in Belgian children

Sara D'HaeseDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The effect of changing micro-scale physical environmental factors on an environment’s invitingness for transportation cycling in adults : an exploratory study using manipulated photographs

Lieze MertensVeerle Van HolleIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheJo SalmonJack NasarNico Van de WegheDelfien Van DyckJelle Van Cauwenberg

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

2013

Advancing science and policy through a coordinated international study of physical activity and built environments: IPEN adult methods

Jacqueline KerrJames F SallisNeville OwenIlse De BourdeaudhuijEster CerinTakemi SugiyamaRodrigo ReisOlga SarmientoKarel FrömelJosef Mitáš et al.

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTH

Associations of neighborhood characteristics with active park use : an observational study in two cities in the USA and Belgium

Delfien Van DyckJames F SallisGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheMarc A AdamsCarrie GeremiaIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Behavioral mediators of the association between neighborhood environment and weight status in Nigerian adults

Adewale Luqman OyeyemiBenedicte DeforcheJames F SallisIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH PROMOTION

Development, scoring, and reliability of the Microscale Audit of Pedestrian Streetscapes (MAPS)

Rachel A MillsteinKelli L CainJames F SallisTerry L ConwayCarrie GeremiaLawrence D FrankJim ChapmanDelfien Van DyckLindsay R DipzinskiJacqueline Kerr et al.

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Do psychosocial factors moderate the association between neighborhood walkability and adolescents' physical activity?

Femke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE

Does the perception of neighborhood built environmental attributes influence active transport in adolescents?

Femke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Effectiveness and feasibility of lowering playground density during recess to promote physical activity and decrease sedentary time at primary school

Sara D'HaeseDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Environmental perceptions as mediators of the relationship between the objective built environment and walking among socio-economically disadvantaged women

Delfien Van DyckJenny VeitchIlse De BourdeaudhuijLukar ThorntonKylie Ball

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Evaluation of the neighborhood environment walkability scale in Nigeria

Adewale Luqman OyeyemiJames F SallisBenedicte DeforcheAdetoyeje Y OyeyemiIlse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van Dyck

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

Neighborhood perceptions moderate the association between the family environment and children's objectively assessed physical activity

Sara D'HaeseAnna TimperioJenny VeitchGreet CardonDelfien Van DyckJo Salmon

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Objectively measured walkability and active transport and weight-related outcomes in adults: a systematic review

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A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Perceived neighborhood environmental attributes associated with adults' leisure-time physical activity: findings from Belgium, Australia and the USA

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinTerry L ConwayIlse De BourdeaudhuijNeville OwenJacqueline KerrGreet CardonLawrence D FrankBrian E SaelensJames F Sallis

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Physical environmental attributes and active transportation in Belgium: what about adults and adolescents living in the same neighborhoods?

Delfien Van DyckFemke De MeesterGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH PROMOTION

The influence of physical activity on the discrepancy between self-reported and objectively measured walking times

Bart DewulfTijs NeutensDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijNico Van de Weghe

The relationship between changes in steps/day and health outcomes after a pedometer-based physical activity intervention with telephone support in type 2 diabetes patients

Delfien Van DyckKarlijn De GreefBenedicte DeforcheJohannes RuigeJacques BouckaertCatrine E Tudor-LockeJean KaufmanIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH EDUCATION RESEARCH

Using accelerometers in youth physical activity studies: a review of methods

Kelli L CainJames F SallisTerry L ConwayDelfien Van DyckLynn Calhoon

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & HEALTH

2012

Active living neighborhoods : is neighborhood walkability a key element for Belgian adolescents?

Femke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijBenedicte DeforcheJames F SallisGreet Cardon

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Associations between perceived neighborhood environmental attributes and adults' sedentary behavior: findings from the USA, Australia and Belgium

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinTerry L ConwayIlse De BourdeaudhuijNeville OwenJacqueline KerrGreet CardonLawrence D FrankBrian E SaelensJames F Sallis

A1 Journal Article in SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE

Correspondence between objective and perceived walking times to urban destinations: influence of physical activity, neighbourhood walkability, and socio-demographics

Bart DewulfTijs NeutensDelfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijNico Van de Weghe

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH GEOGRAPHICS

GIS-based walkability, BMI and physical activity in the city of Graz

Gerlinde GrasserDelfien Van DyckSylvia TitzeWillibald Stronegger

Objectively measured sedentary time and physical activity time across the lifespan : a cross-sectional study in four age groups

Heleen SpittaelsEveline Van CauwenbergheVera VerbestelFemke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckMaïté VerloigneLeen HaerensBenedicte DeforcheGreet CardonIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Perceived neighborhood environmental attributes associated with adults' transport-related walking and cycling: findings from the USA, Australia and Belgium

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinTerry L ConwayIlse De BourdeaudhuijNeville OwenJacqueline KerrGreet CardonLawrence D FrankBrian E SaelensJames F Sallis

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical environment and its association with physical activity and sedentary behaviors in adults and adolescents

Delfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet Cardon

Volwassenen bewegen meer als ze in de stad wonen

Delfien Van Dyck

A4 Journal Article in PUBLIEKE RUIMTE

2011

Built environment, physical activity, and obesity

Ilse De BourdeaudhuijDelfien Van DyckFemke De MeesterEveline Van CauwenbergheBenedicte DeforcheGreet Cardon

Do adults like living in high-walkable neighborhoods?: associations of walkability parameters with neighborhood satisfaction and possible mediators

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Environmental and psychosocial correlates of accelerometer : assessed and self-reported physical activity in Belgian adults

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheBillie Giles-CortiJames F SallisNeville OwenIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

Mediators of physical activity change in a behavioral modification program for type 2 diabetes patients

Delfien Van DyckKarlijn De GreefBenedicte DeforcheJohannes RuigeCatrine E Tudor-LockeJean KaufmanNeville OwenIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Physical environmental correlates of self-reported and objectively assessed physical activity in Belgian type 2 diabetes patients

Karlijn De GreefDelfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY

Relationship between the physical environment and physical activity in older adults: a systematic review

Jelle Van CauwenbergIlse De BourdeaudhuijFemke De MeesterDelfien Van DyckJo SalmonPeter ClarysBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Relationships between neighborhood walkability and adults' physical activity: how important is residential self-selection?

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheNeville OwenIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

Socio-demographic, psychosocial and home-environmental attributes associated with adults' domestic screen time

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheNeville OwenKatrien De CockerKatrien WijndaeleIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in BMC PUBLIC HEALTH

Urban-rural differences in physical activity in Belgian adults and the importance of psychosocial factors

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF URBAN HEALTH-BULLETIN OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF MEDICINE

2010

Bicycle use for transport in an Australian and a Belgian city : associations with built-environment attributes

Neville OwenIlse De BourdeaudhuijTakemi SugiyamaEva LeslieEster CerinDelfien Van DyckAdrian Bauman

A1 Journal Article in JOURNAL OF URBAN HEALTH-BULLETIN OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF MEDICINE

Criterion distances and correlates of active transportation to school in Belgian older adolescents

Delfien Van DyckIlse De BourdeaudhuijGreet CardonBenedicte Deforche

A1 Journal Article in INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Neighborhood SES and walkability are related to physical activity behavior in Belgian adults

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheJames F SallisNeville OwenIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Neighborhood walkability and sedentary time in Belgian adults

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheNeville OwenJames F SallisIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Perceived social and physical environmental correlates of physical activity in older adolescents and the moderating effect of self-efficacy

Benedicte DeforcheDelfien Van DyckMaïté VerloigneIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

Physical activity as a mediator of the associations between neighborhood walkability and adiposity in Belgian adults

Delfien Van DyckEster CerinGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheJames F SallisNeville OwenIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in HEALTH & PLACE

2009

Lower neighbourhood walkability and longer distance to school are related to physical activity in Belgian adolescents

Delfien Van DyckGreet CardonBenedicte DeforcheIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

Editorial material

Neighbourhood walkability and its particular importance for adults with a preference for passive transport.

Delfien Van DyckBenedicte DeforcheGreet CardonIlse De Bourdeaudhuij

A1 Journal Article in Health & Place