Semester
Spring
Date of Graduation
2003
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Type
MS
College
Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design
Department
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Committee Chair
Randall S. Rosenberger.
Abstract
Over half of all Americans are considered to be physically inactive and/or obese, leading to significant individual and societal costs. This study investigates the link between recreational supply and health status for West Virginia. Using spatial econometric techniques, this study provides solid evidence that the demand for health care is positively associated with physical inactivity rates, and that physical inactivity rates are inversely related to the supply of recreational opportunities. When promoting the importance of physical activity as preventative health care, policy makers should consider the provision of recreational opportunities as a means to overcome sedentary behaviors.
Recommended Citation
Sneh, Yoav, "Recreational opportunities and health status in West Virginia" (2003). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 1727.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/1727