More than two-thirds of adults and one-third of children in America are obese or at risk for obesity. To reverse this epidemic, we must identify the policy and environmental changes that lead to increased physical activity and better nutrition. We also must support the advocacy that will result in widespread adoption of those policies.
Obesity/Childhood Obesity
You are now viewing 1 - 10 of 22 results
Sort results by:
Damage from Obesity is Cumulative—Age Matters
February 26, 2013 | Story
An RWJF-supported study debunks existing research on obesity and mortality. Extra pounds do not help you live longer.
The Changing Relationship of Obesity and Disability, 1988-2004
November 7, 2007 | Journal Article
Researchers investigated how the relationship between obesity and disability might have changed over time. Data analyzed were from 9,928 adults at least 60 years of age who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys during 1988-1994 and 1999-2004.
Minnesota Interfaith Group Works to Provide Access to Healthier Foods and Exercise
October 18, 2011 | Story
Winning Strategies in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity.
Kids and Adults Together After School
September 21, 2009 | Program Result Report
The OASIS mission is to enrich the lives of mature adults by engaging them in lifelong learning and service programs so they can learn, lead and contribute in their communities.
Changes in Physical Functioning in the Active Living Every Day Program of the Active for Life Initiative®
June 30, 2010 | Journal Article
Participants in a community physical activity program for older adults showed improvements in physical functioning.
Advancing the Field of Health Games
March 31, 2011 | Program Result Report
Progress and lessons learned from two programs that seek to advance the impact digital games can have on health.
What Works in Physical Activity Programs for Sedentary Older Adults?
August 11, 2010 | Program Result Report
The National Council on Aging identified 10 best practice physical activity programs, disseminated information on them via issue briefs and put information on the programs studied on a Web-based directory.
Best-Practice Physical Activity Programs for Older Adults
February 1, 2009 | Journal Article
In this article, the authors assessed the impact of existing best-practice physical activity programs for older adults on physical activity participation and health-related outcomes.
Challenging Aging Stereotypes
October 1, 2003 | Journal Article
Strategies for Creating a More Active Society
A National Blueprint to Get Adults 50 and Over Up and Moving
October 31, 2008 | Program Result Report
The University of Illinois established a National Blueprint Office to help implement the National Blueprint for Increasing Physical Activity Among Adults Age 50 and Older, released in 2001 and funded by RWJF.