Topics Table 5. National Health Interview Survey (NHIS)
adult physical
activity topics. Other activity-related
topics: 1975-2007
Other activity-related
topics
1975
1977
1983
1984
1985
1988
1990
1991
1993
1994
1995
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
Knowledge of health benefits of physical activity
x
x
Increased physical activity to lose or
control weight
x
x
x
x
x
Medical
advice to exercise
x
x
x
x
x
X4
X5
x
x
Family discussions about exercise
x
Employer-offered physical activity programs or facilities
x
x
x
Alternative health exercises (Yoga,
Tai Chi, Qi Chong)
x
x
1 Asked of adults aged 70 years and over. Disability Follow-back Survey Adult's Questionnaire and Supplement on Aging Questionnaire. 2 Asked of adults aged 65 years and over. 3 Asked of adults with arthritis symptoms. 4 Asked of adults with high blood pressure.