MRC Epidemiology UnitThe Allied Dunbar National Fitness Survey (ADNFS) was conducted in a representative sample of English adults aged 16 to 96 years, between February and November 1990. A total of 4,316 participants (76% response rate) were interviewed about a range of socio-demographic characteristics and lifestyle factors, such as diet, physical activity (type, frequency and duration), smoking, alcohol, sleep, stress and social support. A subsample of 2,767 participants also took part in a physical appraisal which included objective assessment of body dimension, composition, flexibility, and cardio-respiratory and muscular fitness.
ADNFS was commissioned by the Health Education Authority and The Sports Council, with funding from the Department of Health, Health Education Authority, The Sports Council and Allied Dunbar Insurance plc.