Introduction

In this survey, we will ask about physical activity.

Physical activity means any movement of your body that uses energy. You do not need special skills or training to be physically active. Physical activity can include exercise, but it also includes everyday activities. Examples are walking, cycling, taking the stairs, gardening, and doing household chores.

Physical activity can be measured using devices such as pedometers, smartwatches, or activity trackers. Some examples of these devices are shown in the pictures below. These devices can measure things like the number of steps you take, how long you walk or cycle, and how active you are during the day.

This survey is about how people with respiratory conditions think and feel about physical activity. It also looks at their experiences with measuring physical activity in daily life. You do not need to have used these devices before to take part in the survey.

Your answers will help a European Respiratory Society Taskforce on Physical Activity understand two things:
  • Why physical activity matters to patients - what it means to you, and how important it is in your life and health.
  • How patients feel about having their physical activity measured - your experiences, what works well or doesn’t, and what you would prefer if your activity is tracked by clinicians or researchers.

The taskforce will use your responses to shape future guidance so that physical activity is understood and measured in ways that make sense to patients.

We would like to learn from your experiences and opinions. There are no right or wrong answers. Please answer the questions in the way that best reflects your own experience.

Responses are anonymous, stored securely, and only accessible to the research team. Results may be published in scientific articles and presented at conferences without identifying any participant.

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