Description
The first section covers the concepts for the development of physical activity practice; influencing sustained health behaviour change, explaining the role and function of health policy in physical activity promotion, and developing the evidence base for physical activity interventions. Section Two explores the evidence base for interventions in physical activity practice, in varied settings and target groups. Physical Activity and Health Promotion concludes with a challenge to innovate in promoting physical activity.
Physical Activity and Health Promotion will be of relevant to health professionals and students with an interest in sport, physical activity and exercise, particularly health and exercise promotion specialists across the disciplines.
About the Author
Lindsey Dugdill, Reader in Exercise and Health in the School of Health Care Professions, University of Salford, UK
Diane Crone, Reader in Exercise Science at the University of Gloucestershire, UK and BASES (British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences) Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist (Support and Research).
Rebecca Murphy, Lecturer in Exercise and Health at Liverpool John Moores University.
Book Information
ISBN 9781405169257
Author Lindsey Dugdill
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 499g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 173mm * 16mm