Benefits outweigh the risks
The benefits of taking part in physical activity “outweigh the risks” for people with long-term health conditions. This review of scientific evidence and expert clinical consensus has found physical activity…
Get the message?
While it is unlikely to address global inactivity on its own, Physical activity (PA) messaging may play a valuable role improving population PA levels. However, it is a complex and…
Cycling and walking for individual and population health benefits
This review found that walking and cycling benefit health in a number of ways: people who walk or cycle have improved metabolic health and a reduced risk of premature mortality…
Physical activity for cognitive and mental health in youth
Context: Physical activity can improve cognitive and mental health, but the underlying mechanisms have not been established. Objective: To present a conceptual model explaining the mechanisms for the effect of…
Young and physical active
Scientific evidence shows that physical inactivity is a leading risk factor for ill health, going well beyond issues related to weight control and influencing both physical and mental well-being. Over…
Health economic assessment tools (HEAT) for walking and for cycling
The promotion of cycling and walking for everyday physical activity not only promotes health but can also have positive effects on the environment. This booklet summarizes the tools and guidance…
An analysis of national approaches to promoting physical activity and sports in children and adolescents
This report is a response to the need for more detailed information about the different national approaches to promotion of physical activity and sport in children and adolescents in countries…
An analysis of national approaches to promoting physical activity and sports in children and adolescents
This report is a response to the need for more detailed information about the different national approaches to promotion of physical activity and sport in children and adolescents in countries…
Evaluation of the Ramblers family walking programme
The Furness Families Walk4Life pilot project was delivered by the Ramblers in partnership with Action for Children between May and August 2009. A formative evaluation of the Furness Families Walk4Life…