What happens when the party is over?
The purpose of this study was to determine, through meta-analysis, whether behavior change interventions produce sustained improvements in physical activity after interventions conclude. In conclusion, behavior change interventions improve physical…
Adult sedentary behavior
Context: While the health benefits of meeting moderate/vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA) guidelines have been well established, the health risks of sedentary behavior, independent of meeting MVPA guidelines, are becoming evident.…
Mediators of physical activity behaviour change among adult non-clinical populations
Background: An understanding of the determinants of physical activity (PA) through mediators of behaviour change is important in order to evaluate the efficacy of interventions. Prior reviews on this topic…
Evidence-informed physical activity guidelines for Canadian adults
This review of the literature provides an update on the scientific biological and psychosocial bases for Canada's physical activity guide for healthy active living, with particular reference to the effect…