The creation of or enhanced access to places for physical activity is recommended based on strong evidence of their effectiveness in increasing physical activity and improving physical fitness. Creation of or enhancing access to places for physical activity involves the efforts of worksites, coalitions, agencies, and communities as they attempt to change the local environment to create opportunities for physical activity. Such changes include creating walking trails, building exercise facilities, or providing access to existing nearby facilities.

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Community Preventive Services Task Force. Recommendations to increase physical activity in communities. Am J Prev Med [Internet]. 2002 May [cited 2013 Feb 5];22 (4S):67-72. Available from http://www.thecommunityguide.org/pa/pa-ajpm-recs.pdf