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March 1, 2009 | Journal Article
This article provides an update on the body of research on physical activity and food environments. The authors present results from recent studies and reviews and discuss current promising innovations and policies.
February 22, 2010 | Story
Working in the low-income, African-American Parramore Heritage neighborhood - the focus of the Active Living by Design initiative - Get Active Orlando created a community garden, an after-school double-dutch program and a walking program.
February 22, 2010 | Story
To encourage more people to walk, Isanti County Active Living also created Walk the Town maps for Cambridge, Isanti and Braham, which provide walking routes, the distance, steps and time for each route, and tips for walking.
February 22, 2010 | Story
"I saw a lot of excitement in the kids who were part of Walking Wednesdays," said Diana Straughan. "Often, their parents were with them and it created a fellowship."
February 1, 2009 | Journal Article
This paper is the introduction to a supplemental issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, entitled Active Living Research: A Six Year Report.
February 1, 2009 | Journal Article
The objective of this study was to test whether the association between walkable environments and lower body mass index (BMI) was stronger within disadvantaged groups that may be particularly sensitive to environmental constraints.
January 26, 2010 | Story
The study did not reveal a substantial increase in very active children in renovated playgrounds. Instead, Brink says, "what we saw was a major reduction in sedentary behavior and a substantial increase in moderate behavior."
January 11, 2010 | Story
A gallery of scenes shows conditions that contribute to obesity in many communities.
January 1, 2010 | Story
The residents of Lauderdale Lakes, Florida have taken an active role in the development of major public health projects. The city is using a broad strategy, leveraging all of its resources to improve the health of its citizens.
December 7, 2009 | Program Result Report
Healthy Eating Research at the University of Minnesota assisted the National Cancer Institute in organizing a workshop - "Measurement of the Food and Built Environments: Enhancing Research Relevant to Policy on Diet, Physical Activity and Weight."