Anand, S.S., Davis, A.D., Ahmed, R., Jacobs, R., Xie, C., Hill, A., ...Yusuf S. (2007). A family-based intervention to promote healthy lifestyles in an aboriginal community in Canada. Canadian Journal of Public Health, 98, 447-52.
10,000 Steps is a free health promotion program that encourages the use of step-counting pedometers to monitor your daily physical activity levels.
Pedometers are promoted to help set goals and monitor daily activity levels.
This is a great site to send clients or patients to or to sign up as an individual.
As a representative of your organization/workplace or community, you can access the resources and materials to help implement 10,000 Steps in your area.
This study conducted a major survey of Alberta businesses to learn about their health promotion initiatives. This is an update from a similar 1985 survey.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Centre Publications, ID #1299
Pearson, J.A., Burkhart, E., Pifalo, W.B., Palaggo-Toy, T., & Krohn, K. (2005). A lifestyle modification intervention for the treatment of osteoporosis. American Journal of Health Promotion, 2, 28-33
Established in 2000, Capital Health's Active Anytime Anywhere program is designed to enhance active living programs for older adults with low incomes in their communities. One of the program’s goals is to support and encourage the older adults' desire to embrace an active lifestyle.
The program also aims to improve communication among organizations and leaders with an interest in active living and older adults, and to increase knowledge and confidence of existing leaders to deliver programs.
The program’s webpage provides program, resource and registration information for older adults and fitness/active living leaders.
PDF file, 4 pages Published: Aug 2008 GeoOrigin: Alberta
Active Edmonton is one of several physical activity promotion initiatives that have taken off in the last few years. As Active Edmonton reaches a turning point, it's important to reflect on successes and challenges. This WellSpring article looks back at Edmonton's first five years and shares the lessons learned from that period.
A series of 9 booklets that deals with different types of disabilities and addresses physical education opportunities for each. A practical resource for teachers; includes strategies and ideas to promote inclusion of all students.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Persons with a Disability, ID #1239
PDF file, 40 pages Published: 2004 GeoOrigin: Alberta
The Alberta Centre for Active Living, in collaboration with the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks & Wildlife Foundation, produced this environmental scan to address the need for a centralized listing of current workplace wellness programs in Alberta.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Centre Publications, ID #981
This brochure illustrates a low intensity introductory program of 15 basic exercises which will improve your flexibility, stamina, strength and posture.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults (Physical Activity) [file cabinet], ID #699
Held each October, Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month (CHWM) is the perfect opportunity to introduce workplace health to your organization or to strengthen your commitment if you’re already on the journey to a healthier workplace.
You can register you organization for free. Plus you'll find lots of activities and resources for you and your organization.
The Center for Healthy Aging helps community-based organizations serving older adults to develop and implement evidence-based programs related to health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease self-management.
The Center also helps older adult service providers to implement healthy aging programs. Resources provided include
Ory, M., Hoffman, M. K., Hawkins, M., Sanner, B., & Mockenhaupt R. (2003). Challenging aging stereotypes: Strategies for creating a more active society. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 25(Suppl 2), 164-171.
pdf file, 127 pages Published: Mar 2006 GeoOrigin: National
This comprehensive manual will help you develop programs in First Nations and Inuit communities that encourage physical activity and healthy eating.
The manual is broken down into six sections:
Facts about physical activity and healthy eating.
Identifying and addressing barriers.
Learning from successful programs.
Developing a successful program and examples of successful programs.
Resources for different groups and ways to connect with organizations that can help.
30 pages Published: 2007 GeoOrigin: British Columbia
Learn about examples of successful initiatives (i.e., programs, plans, policies, models etc.) that are designed to get British Columbians more physically active. This issue features Active Community initiatives from Hornby Island, Vancouver, Surrey and Salmo.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Community Interventions, ID #1161
The Community Guide summarizes information about the effectiveness, economic efficiency and feasibility of interventions to promote community health and prevent disease.
The guide provides recommendations for policy and programs on health and wellness topics, including physical activity and nutrition.
This site is for healthy-care providers, practitioners and decision-makers.
In 2010, the Alberta Centre for Active Living engaged a project manager to work with a wide range of individuals, organizations, community agencies and community leagues to promote walking groups in Edmonton neighbourhoods and communities. The aim was to promote walking as a free, easy and friendly way for people to be more physically active and improve their health, and be more involved in their communities.
PDF file, 4 pages Published: Dec 2010 GeoOrigin: Alberta
This WellSpring article provides background information about the Alberta Centre for Active Living’s Community Walking Project (CWP) in Edmonton and outlines some of the project’s challenges and successes, and lessons learned. The aim of the CWP is to promote walking as an accessible and easy way for people to be more physically active and improve their health. In particular, the CWP focuses on diabetes prevention and management, through walking.
King, A.C., Pruitt, L.A., Phillips, W., Oka, R., Rodenburg, A., & Haskell, W.L. (2000). Comparative effects of two physical activity programs on measured and perceived physical functioning and other health-related quality of life outcomes in older adults. Journals of Gerontology Series A: Sciences and Medical Sciences, 55, M74-M83.
Tudor-Locke, C., Bell, R.C., Myers, A.M., Harris, S.B., Ecclestone, N.A., Lauzon, N., et al. (2004). Controlled outcome evaluation of the First Step Program: A daily physical activity intervention for individuals with type II diabetes. International Journal of Obesity, 28, 113-119.
Annesi, J.J. (2005). Correlations of depression and total mood disturbance with physical activity and self-concept in preadolescents enrolled in an after-school exercise program. Psychological Reports, 96, 891-898.
This is a video and a workbook which provides explanations and examples of how the determinants of health can be incorporated into community-based programs.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Health/Well-being--Health Determinants, ID #545
Stewart, A.L., Gillis, D., Grossman, M., Castrillo, M., Pruitt, L., McLellan, B., et al. (2006, April). Diffusing a research-based physical activity promotion program for seniors into diverse communities: CHAMPS III. Preventing Chronic Disease, 3, A51.
pdf file, 80 pages Published: 2005 GeoOrigin: International
This is a detailed report by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation identifying the barriers that American, Latino and Native American communities may face when developing physical activity and healthy eating programs.
Devos-Comby, L., Cronan, T., & Roesch, S. C. (2006). Do exercise and self-management interventions benefit patients with osteoarthritis of the knee? A meta analytic review. Journal of Rheumatology, 33, 744.
Pegus, C., Bazzarre, T.L., Brown, J.S., & Mezin, J. (2002). Effect of the Heart at Work program on awareness of risk factors, self-efficacy, and health behaviors. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 44, 228-236.
Veugelers P. & Fitzgerald A. (2005). Effectiveness of School Programs in Preventing Childhood Obesity: A Multilevel Comparison. American Journal of Public Health, 95, 432-435
Blalock, S.J., DeVellis, B.M., Patterson, C.C., Campbell, M.K., Orenstein, D.R., & Dooley, M.A. (2002). Effects of an osteoporosis prevention program incorporating tailored educational materials. American Journal of Health Promotion, 16, 146-156.
Boule, N.G., Haddad, E., Kenny, G.P., Wells, G.A., & Sigal, R.J. (2001). Effects of exercise on glycemic control and body mass in Type 2 diabetes mellitus: A meta-analysis of controlled clinical trials. The Journal of the Americal Medical Association, 286, 1218-1227.
Araiza, P., Hewes, H., Gashetewa, C., Vella, C.A., & Burge, M.R. (2006). Efficacy of a pedometer-based physical activity program on parameters of diabetes control in Type 2 diabetes mellitus. Metabolism, 55, 1382-1387
Kolbe, L., Kann, L., Patterson, B., Wechsler, H., Osorio, J., & Collins, J. (2004). Enabling the nation's schools to help prevent heart disease, stroke, cancer, COPD, diabetes, and other serious health problems. Public Health Reports, 119, 286-302.
Sallis, J.F., McKenzie, T.L., Conway, T.L., Elder, J.P., Prochaska, J.J., Brown, M., et al. (2003). Environmental interventions for eating and physical activity: A randomized controlled trial in middle schools. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 24, 209-217.
Fiatarone, M. A., O'Neill, E. F., Ryan, N. D., Clements, K. M., Solares, G. R., Nelson, M. E., et al. (1994). Exercise training and nutritional supplementation for physical frailty in very elderly people. New England Journal of Medicine, 330, 1769-1775.
Spruit, M.A., Troosters, T., Trappenburg, J.C.A., Decramer, M., & Gosselink, R. (2004). Exercise training during rehabilitation of patients with COPD: A current perspective. Patient Education & Counseling, 52, 243-248.
Blumenthal, J.A., Babyak, M.A., Carney, R.M., Huber, M., Saab, P.G., Burg, M.M., et al., (2004). Exercise, depression, and mortality after myocardial infarction in the ENRICHD trial. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 36, 746-755.
299 pages Published: 2003 GeoOrigin: International
Fallproof! is a practical manual that blends the latest theory into practical applications. It will prove a valuable resource for activity directors of programs for older adults. It will also be helpful for assessing and designing programs.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults (Physical Activity), ID #870
Pyle, S.A., Sharkey, J., Yetter, G., Felix, E., Furlong, M.J., & Poston, W.S.C. (2006). Fighting an epidemic: The role of schools in reducing childhood obesity. Psychology in the Schools, 43, 361-376.
Pyle, S.A., Sharkey, J., Yetter, G., Felix, E., Furlong, M.J., & Poston, W.S.C. (2006). Fighting an epidemic: The role of schools in reducing childhood obesity. Psychology in the Schools, 43, 361-376.
129 pages Published: 2004 GeoOrigin: International
This is an illustrated guide for activity professionals working with adults over the age of 65 - especially those who are unable to complete ADL because of poor functional fitness levels.
This resource is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults, ID #980
Describes a healthy work environment. Explains what employers have to gain by helping their employees be more active. Suggests ways of encouraging staff to be active and helping them fit more activity into their workday. Includes links to related resources. Production of this material has been made possible through a financial contribution from the Public Health Agency of Canada.
Bauer, K.W. (2004). How can we stay healthy when youre throwing all of this in front of us? Findings from focus groups and interviews in middle schools on environmental influences on nutrition and physical activity. Health Education & Behavior, 31, 34-46.
Describes the status of physical education programs in schools, and discusses the benefits for children. Includes links to related resources. Production of this material has been made possible through a financial contribution from the Public Health Agency of Canada.
This book provides practitioners with practical strategies and hands-on applications for physical activity programming to include all people. in doing so, it bridges the gap between school-based and community-based programs.
This resource is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Persons with a Disability, ID #1018
The International Council on Active Aging provides ongoing staff education, training and programming, and networking opportunities to help organizations develop facilities and implement wellness and fitness programs.
KidSport is a national children's charitable program that helps disadvantaged kids overcome the barriers preventing or limiting their participation in organized sport. KidSport identifies needs in the community and raises funds for programs (registration, equipment, and program development) that benefit children 18 years of age and younger.
The Annapolis Valley Health Promoting School Project (AVHPSP) was a two and a half year project funded through the Canadian Diabetes Strategy at Health Canada.
Several schools in the Annapolis Valley decided to change they way they worked to improve the learning and health of their students. The results of the project are shared in this guidebook.
The guidebook describes what the schools did as well as what worked and what didn't and lessons learned.
170 pages Published: 1996 GeoOrigin: International
This manual is for executive directors and program managers in a broad range of services that include: intervention and remediation programs for individuals and families experiencing difficulties; prevention and development programs that protect and enhance well-being. It relates to direct-service providers and programs engaged in advocacy, public education, capacity building, and related activites.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Administration/Management--Evaluation [file cabinet], ID #719
Stice, E., Shaw, H., & Marti, C.N. (2006). A meta-analytic review of obesity prevention programs for children and adolescents: The skinny on interventions that work. Psychological Bulletin, 132, 667-691.
This is six exercise routines with photos for people to follow. This resource is in French.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Group--Older Adults (Physical Activity) [file cabinet], ID #1261
This website helps you search many resources about physical activity, leisure and exercise for people with mobility barriers to physical activity
The programs and resources include the following:
Books, journals, magazines, newsletters, pamphlets and reports.
Neumark-Sztainer, D., Story, M., Hannan, P.J., & Rex, J. (2003). New moves: A school-based obesity prevention program for adolescent girls. Preventive Medicine, 37, 41-51.
Taylor, A.H., Cable, N.T., Faulkner, G., Hillsdon, M., Narici, M., & Van Der Bij, A.K. (2004). Physical activity and older adults: A review of health benefits and the effectiveness of interventions. Journal of Sports Sciences, 22, 703-725.
pdf file, 2 pages Published: Oct 2002 GeoOrigin: Alberta
Motherhood is a significant lifestyle change that can be a barrier to physical activity for women. This WellSpring article focuses on physical activity programs that integrate mothers and babies. Programs that emphasize the needs of the mother have been successful in overcoming barriers to physical activity, such as childcare.
This Research Update article outlines some of the findings of a Montreal-based research team who are studying North America’s most popular
bicycle sharing program: BIXI Montreal. The article reports on research carried out in 2009,
which included examination of program participation levels, as well as other mobility and transportation factors.
Sigal R.J., Kenny G.P., Wasserman D.H., Castaneda-Sceppa C., & White R.D. (2006). Physical activity/exercise and Type 2 diabetes: A consensus statement from the American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care, 29, 1433-1438.
Everett J.S., Brener, N.D., & McManus, T. (2003). Prevalence of school policies, programs, and facilities that promote a healthy physical school environment. American Journal of Public Health, 93, 1570-1575.
Wen, L.M., Thomas, M., Jones, H., Orr, N., Moreton, R., King, L., et al. (2002). Promoting physical activity in women: Evaluation of a 2-year community-based intervention in Sydney, Australia . Health Promotion International, 17, 127-137.
Pate, R.R., Ward, D.S., Saunders, R.P., Felton, G., Dishman, R.K., & Dowda, M. (2005). Promotion of physical activity among high-school girls: A randomized controlled trial. American Journal of Public Health, 95, 1582-1587.
Flynn, M.A., McNeil, D.A., Maloff, B., Mutasingwa, D., Wu, M., Ford, C., et al. (2006). Reducing obesity and related chronic disease risk in children and youth: A synthesis of evidence with "best practice" recommendations. Obesity Reviews, 7(Suppl 1), 7-66.
Diabetes Prevention Program Research Group (2002). Reduction in the incidence of Type 2 diabetes with lifestyle intervention or metformin. The New England Journal of Medicine, 346, 393-403.
This reference guide describes multiple programs for promoting physical activity among older adults in the United States. Aspects of each program are described in the four sections of this guide.
This resource is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults (Physical Activity), ID#1166
This report was designed to support the efforts of all those who work on research, programs and policies to reduce seniors' falls and fall-related injuries. It presents a comprehensive analysis of national data - for Canadians age 65 and over.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults, ID #1097
Bulwer, B.E. (2004). Sedentary lifestyles, physical activity, and cardiovascular disease: From research to practice. Critical Pathways in Cardiology, 3, 184-193.
161 pages Published: 2001 GeoOrigin: International
This manual presents information needed to understand the purpose of the Seniors Fitness Test (SFT). It describes how to administer and interpret the test results.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Group--Older Adults, ID #1268
Sit and Be Fit is an American non-profit organization that aims to improve the quality of life of older adults through exercise. The organization produces the PBS health and fitness television series, SIT AND BE FIT, which airs daily on local stations across Alberta and is a good resource for older adults to use in their own home.
For practitioners the resources available on the web site offer many fun, simple, and easy programs that provide good strength, flexibility, and balance training at a levels. The newest program focuses on preventing falls.
Stairway to Health is a physical activity program that could be implemented in your workplace.
The website has it all!! It provides steps, fact sheets, posters, Powerpoint presentations, tools, and resources to help set-up, manage and evaluate your stair-climbing program.
Lindstrom, J., Ilanne-Parikka, P., Peltonen, M., Aunola, S., Eriksson, J.G., Hemio, K., et al. (2006). Sustained reduction in the incidence of Type 2 diabetes by lifestyle intervention: follow-up of the Finnish Diabetes Prevention Study. Lancet, 368, 1673-1679.
This evidence briefing collates review-level evidence about the effectiveness of interventions to increase physical activity among adults. It focuses on individual-centred interventions and discusses the potential generalization of the results to UK settings. 2nd Ed.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Community Interventions, ID #1100
This document discusses how the investment in mid-life health promotion program and policies today will help to promote a healthy older population in the future.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Older Adults, ID #1293
Schinke, R., Yungblut, H., Blodgett, A., Eys, M., Peltier, D., Ritchie, S.,& Recollet-Saikkonen, D. (2010). The role of families in youth sport programming in a Canadian aboriginal reserve. Journal of Physical Activity and Health,7, 156-166.
The program was created through a public- private partnership to reach out to youth by involving schools, families, and communities to help them build skills that empower our students to make smarter activity choices for a healthier future.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Programs [file cabinet], ID #1026
Walk This Way is a set of self-help program materials intended to assist men and women, ages 20-64, in beginning and adhering to a walking regimen to increase their physical activity levels and prevent the onset of a stroke.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Programs [file cabinet], ID #1106
Stewart-Brown S. (2006). What is the evidence on school health promotion in improving health or preventing disease and, specifically, what is the effectiveness of the health promoting schools approach? World Health Organization. Retrieved October, 2006, from http://www.euro.who.int/document/e88185.pdf
This manual is organized so that detailed aspects of planning implementing and evaluating the Woman Alive program are included. This program is aimed at low SES women.
A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Girls/Women [file cabinet], ID #1185
The findings of this event can be summarized into three broad categories: youth access to physical activity programming; support for healthy eating approaches among youth; and internal and external influences which affect youth's activity levels and eating habits.
This resource is also available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Children/Youth [file cabinet], ID #725
DeBar, L.L., Ritenbaugh, C., Vuckovic N., Stevens, V.J., Aickin, M., Elliot, D., et al. (2004). Youth: Decisions and challenges in designing an osteoporosis prevention intervention for teen girls. Preventive Medicine, 39(5), 1047-1055.
