Settings

The following settings can be adjusted for PALanalysis:

Adjustable parameters:

  • MET values for different event types – recommended defaults are Sitting 1.25METs, Standing 1.4METs, and Stepping 4METs at a cadence of 120 steps per minute
  • minimum sitting period – for free living data in adult populations, the default value of 10 seconds is recommended
  • minimum upright period – for free living data in adult populations, the default value of 10 seconds is recommended
  • PAL data directory –  the default directory for PAL data files

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