“Environmental Barriers to Activity.” Obesity Prevention Source, 8 Apr. 2016, www.hsph.harvard.edu/obesity-prevention-source/obesity-causes/physical-activity-environment/.

This site is about how the environment around a person determines how much exercise they get and how that impacts obesity rates. Families that are involved in their children's sports, or that go on bike rides and hikes together, are less likely to have obesity issues. Some employers have taken an active roll in creating a workspace that makes being active a priority. On-site gyms, exercise breaks throughout the work day, nutrition and physical activity programs are ways employers create that healthy environment. Many schools offer programs to kids after school so they can be active. Whether it's a sports program or just an outdoor park, offering kids a place to play limits their screen time, and helps with weight control. The type of neighborhood a person lives in also determines whether they have the ability to go for a bike ride or take a walk. Many inner-city areas don't have this option, and have higher obesity rates than suburban areas.