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April 18, 2011 | Program Result Report
The 2005 and 2007 California Health Interview Surveys incorporated questions on children's and adolescents' diet and physical activity as well as the environmental factors that influence those behaviors.
June 3, 2011 | Journal Article
This article examines whether an electronic Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) protocol that gathers data via mobile phone is a viable mechanism to track activity patterns of children. This technology could be a valuable source of information on childhood activity and obesity.
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
A new policy was set in place in 2009, adopted by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) after audits revealed that the district was not enforcing physical education (PE) minute requirements.
February 1, 2013 | Journal Article
The largest proportion of joint MVPA occurred in residential locations. Obese children were less likely to perform joint MVPA with their parent in open spaces/parks than in residential locations.
November 14, 2004 | Program Result Report
The YMCA of Santa Clara Valley joined with YMCAs in four other western cities in conducting an exploratory study of Total Health Plus+, a comprehensive nutrition and exercise program that helps sedentary adults adopt and sustain healthier lifestyles.
December 1, 2004 | Program Result Report
The University of California, San Francisco evaluated the feasibility of providing the Community Healthy Activities Model Program for Seniors through organizations with the infrastructure and expertise to conduct the program.
February 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Children prefer engaging in physical activity when outdoors and with friends and family.
January 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Outdoor exercise equipment gets people exercising but not necessarily on a sustained basis.
January 1, 2012 | Journal Article
The positive relationship between greenness and physical activity supports integrating green spaces into community planning to promote health.
January 1, 2012 | Journal Article
Compared to children living in traditional suburbia, children who had recently moved to a smart growth community spent more of their play time outside with friends in walkable locations, but did not increase their total activity, according to this study.