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. 2021 Sep;33(3):196–203. doi: 10.4314/mmj.v33i3.7

Table 3.

Physical activity participation

BEHAVIOUR MEAN MODE
How often do you follow a planned exercise programme? (programme) 2.08 1
How often do you exercise intensely for 20, or more minutes, at least 3x per week (such
as fast walking, bicycling, dancing)? (Vigorous Exercise)
2.61 3
How often do you participate in light to medium physical activity (such as walking 30–40
minutes at a time 5 or more times a week)? (Take Part)
3.14 4
How often do you participate in leisure-time (recreational) physical activities (such as
swimming, dancing, bicycling)? (Leisure)
2.15 1
How often do you perform stretching exercises at least 3x per week? (Stretch) 2.26 2
How often do you exercise during usual daily activities (such as walking during lunch,
using stairs, walking)? (Daily Exercise)
3.18 4
How often do you check your pulse, when exercising? (Pulse) 2.14 1
How often do you reach your target heart rate, when exercising? (Target) 2.18 1
TOTAL 1

Notes: HPLP-II has 52 items, with responses including 1 = never, 2 = Sometimes, 3 = Often, and 4 = Routinely.