Family socioeconomic status and moderate to vigorous physical activity among Chinese adults: the chain mediating roles of exercise environment and exercise motivation

Key Points

• Moderate to vigorous physical activity is notably affected by family socioeconomic status, indicating a crucial link.
• Chain mediation shows exercise environment and motivation working together, influencing activity levels effectively.
• Findings clarify how the environment and motivation contribute individually and together to physical activity.
• Enhancing support at the family level could significantly improve exercise participation among adults.