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It’s no surprise that park features like basketball courts and playing fields encourage physical activity.28,29


But recent research has shown that the same is true of the humble walking path, which provides a place to exercise for people of all ages.30,31


And while you’d expect a skate park


to attract skaters, it turns out that adding one can increase park use overall—even among those who’d never step foot on a board.32


How well do you know your city parks?


darcy kiefel


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