Alberta Survey on Physical Activity (1997)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file
Published: 1997
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The Alberta Centre for Active Living (formerly the Alberta Centre for Well-Being) has carried out a survey every second year since 1995 to monitor the status of physical activity in Alberta.

This Alberta survey series is part of the centre's strategy of providing credible and user-friendly physical activity information to researchers and practitioners.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Centre Publications, ID #1298

Keywords: surveys, participation rates

Alberta Survey on Physical Activity (1999)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 26 pages
Published: 1999
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The Alberta Centre for Active Living has conducted a biennial survey since 1995 to monitor the status of physical activity in the province of Alberta.

This Alberta survey series is part of the centre's strategy of providing credible and user-friendly physical activity information to researchers and practitioners.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Centre Publications, ID #957

Keywords: surveys, participation rates

Aren't Physically Inactive People Simply Lazy?

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published: 2003
GeoOrigin: Alberta

On page 3 of this WellSpring issue, the article points out that human invention and cultural development (e.g., cars, telephones, computers) have expanded the sedentary culture as people adjust their behaviour to the demands of the environment. The author suggests that to counter an evolutionary tendency to "laziness," people need to make their society and community environments more supportive of physical activity.

Keywords: behaviour change, lifestyle, active communities, barriers, sedentary living

Be Active for Your Mind and Body - Part One

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Discusses mental fitness and its role in developing and maintaining mental health. Lists characteristics of good mental health. Mentions seasonal affective disorder and the winter blues.

Aussi disponible en français : Faites travailler votre corps et votre esprit (première partie) !

Keywords: depression, mental health, winter

Be Active for Your Mind and Body - Part Two

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published:
Jan 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Provides advice for increasing physical activity levels. Discusses the possible financial, geographical, and psychological barriers and offers suggestions and encouragement.

Aussi disponible en français : Faites travailler votre corps et votre esprit (deuxième partie) !

Keywords: barriers, inclusion, mental health, motivation

Breathing Easier with Telehealth Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Alberta Centre for Active Living

PDF file, 4 pages
Published:
Dec 2008
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disorder most often caused by smoking. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is an effective way to treat COPD, but currently in Canada there are enough PR programs to serve only 1.2% of the COPD population. Also, patients in rural areas have the least access to PR. This WellSpring looks at a pilot PR program delivered to rural areas in Alberta via Telehealth videoconference technology. The following topics are covered:

• Background on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• How pulmonary rehabilitation helps
• Pulmonary rehabilitation via Telehealth
• Evaluation of Telehealth pulmonary rehabilitation

Keywords: rural, smoking, respiratory diseases

Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living: Whazz Up?

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 2 pages
Published: 2000
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Although we have some information about the distribution of Canada's Physical Activity Guides, we do not know whether Canadians are aware of the guides and whether they are actually using them. To fill this information gap, questions relating to awareness and use of the guides were included on a large survey of recreation participation in Alberta sponsored by the provincial government. This Research Update article looks at the results of this survey.

Keywords: Canadian guidelines

Communicating Health Messages

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 1 page
Published:
Dec 2005
GeoOrigin: National

The ALPINE Project, a partnership of 10 Alberta and national health promotion organizations, released a health promotion newspaper insert in 2003. This Research Update article summarizes the evaluation of this project.

Keywords: evaluations, surveys, social marketing

Community Gardens: Growing More Than Vegetables

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
May 2004
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Stresses the physical and emotional benefits of gardening in general. Provides clear steps on how to start and set up a community garden and outlines what their advantages are to individuals, communities, and the environment.

Aussi disponible en français : Les jardins communautaires : on y cultive plus que des légumes

Keywords: benefits, environment, gardening, healthy communities, mental health, planning

Diversity in Practice: Becoming Culturally Competent

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Oct 2006
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring issue focuses on the concept of cultural competence and ways for practitioners to work effectively with people from different cultures.

Keywords: cultural competence, culture

Effect of Exercise on Self-esteem: Is it Global or Domain-specific?

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 2 pages
Published: 32767
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This Research Update article examined a study on the effect of exercise on self-esteem. The article also defined the difference between global and domain-specific self-esteem.

The study found that we need more research on the domain-specific components of self-esteem to identify the ways in which self-esteem affects exercise participation and vice versa.

Keywords: body image

Exercising Your Hands and Wrists @Your Desk (video)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Video file
GeoOrigin: Alberta

We often use our hands and wrists while we are at our desks, especially when we use computers. When we keep making the same movements, we could strain or even injure our hands and wrists. This video will help keep your hands and wrists strong and flexible.

Exercising Your Hands and Wrists is part of the Alberta Centre for Active Living's Physical Activity @ Work website.

Keywords: exercises, ergonomics, work stations, videos

Extreme Sports: Too Fine a Line?

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published: 2004
GeoOrigin: Alberta

On page 4 of this WellSpring issue, the article focuses on the contradictions of and misconceptions about extreme sports and why some people are risk-takers and others risk-avoiders. The author also presents a realistic look at the risk-reward equation of extreme activities.

Keywords: injuries, sports

Faites travailler votre corps et votre esprit ! (deuxième partie)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Traite de la bonne condition mentale et de la façon dont elle aide à atteindre et à maintenir une bonne santé mentale. Énumère les caractéristiques d'une bonne santé mentale. Mentionne le trouble affectif saisonnier et la déprime hivernale. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Faites travailler votre corps et votre esprit ! (première partie)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Traite de la bonne condition mentale et de la façon dont elle aide à atteindre et à maintenir une bonne santé mentale. Énumère les caractéristiques d'une bonne santé mentale. Mentionne le trouble affectif saisonnier et la déprime hivernale. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Fancy Footwork: Dancing Your Way to Health

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Published:
Dec 2006
GeoOrigin: Alberta

In this WellSpring article, Anna Mouat (Associate Professor, Program of Dance, University of Calgary) discusses a 2005 study from McGill University that found that older adults benefited physically and mentally from learning to dance the Argentine tango.

Keywords: dance, older adults

Getting There...How Healthy Eating and Active Living Helped One Woman Reach Her Goal

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 9 pages
Published:
Nov 2002
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Describes one woman's experience with weight loss and changing to a healthier lifestyle. Includes practical tips for healthy living.

Aussi disponible en français : Mission accomplie! Comment une alimentation saine et une vie active ont aidé une femme à atteindre son objectif

Keywords: diets, healthy eating, healthy weights, overweight, self-esteem, setting goals

Good Intentions: Using a Corrective Entreaty to Predict Physical Activity

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 1 page
Published:
Mar 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This Research Update article highlights the benefits of using a "corrective entreaty" script in encouraging people to match their physical activity intentions more closely with actual behaviour.

Keywords: behaviour change

Highlights of the 2005 Physical Activity Survey: Understanding the Role of Determinants in Physical Activity Behaviour

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 1 page
Published:
Dec 2005
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The 2005 Alberta Survey on Physical Activity highlights the importance of the role that health determinants play in physical activity behaviour. This Research Update article summarizes the survey results from a health-determinants' perspective.

Keywords: surveys, determinants of health, leisure-time physical activity

Intensifiez votre activité physique : marchez pour améliorer votre santé

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 5 pages
Published:
Aug 2008
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Recommande des façons de faire de la marche une expérience positive et des manières de surmonter les obstacles personnels à la pratique de cet exercice. Fournit des conseils sur l'établissement d'objectifs motivants. Traite de l'utilisation de podomètres et d'autres méthodes pour assurer le suivi d’un programme de marche. Inclut des liens vers des ressources pertinentes. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Kicking the Smoking Habit: Physical Activity Can Help

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Feb 2006
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The main article in this WellSpring issue summarizes evidence that physical activity can help smokers cope with some difficulties in quitting smoking, e.g., weight gain, withdrawal symptoms, and cravings.

The commentary from the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Commission discusses AADAC's Alberta Tobacco Reduction Strategy and Sport for Life program for young people.

Keywords: smoking, sports, youth, behaviour change

Le yoga @ votre bureau (vidéo)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Published:
Jun 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Les personnes qui travaillent assises à un bureau toute la journée sont susceptibles de rester longtemps dans la même position.

Les exercices de ces deux vidéos sont conçus pour en contrecarrer les effets.

Monitrice de yoga Les dix-huit années de pratique du yoga de Marcia Langenberg, les onze dernières étant aussi consacrées à son enseignement, ont amélioré son sentiment de bien-être.

Keywords: French, videos

Leisure-time Physical Activity (LTPA) Among Albertan Adults, 2000 to 2005

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 1 page
Published: 2005
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This Research Update report compares data collected in 2000, 2002, and 2005 by the Alberta Centre for Active Living for the Alberta Surveys on Physical Activity. The report found that leisure-time physical activity levels increased significantly among Albertan adults between 2000 and 2005.

Keywords: population health, determinants of health, participation rates, surveys

Les étirements @ votre bureau (vidéo)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Published:
Jul 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Les personnes qui travaillent assises à un bureau toute la journée sont susceptibles de rester longtemps dans la même position.

Les exercices de ces deux vidéos sont conçus pour en contrecarrer les effets.

Monitrice d’étirements musculaires Lindsay Wright est titulaire d’un baccalauréat en éducation physique et loisir et est accréditée comme conseillère en condition physique et habitudes de vie.

Elle est aussi coordonnatrice du réseau Be Fit For Life de l’Unité provinciale de la Condition physique (Université de l’Alberta, Edmonton Alberta).

Keywords: workplace, stretching, French, videos

Les jardins communautaires : on y cultive plus que des légumes

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Souligne les bienfaits du jardinage pour la santé physique et mentale. Présente des étapes simples pour mettre sur pied un jardin communautaire et signale les avantages qu'il procure aux personnes, aux collectivités et à l'environnement. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: benefits, environment, French, frequently asked questions

Literacy and Health: Implications for Active Living

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 4 pages
Published:
Oct 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring article focuses on the following main topics:

• What is literacy and health literacy?
• Why should active living practitioners be interested in literacy and health literacy?
• Do people understand communications about physical activity?
• What can you do to address literacy or health literacy in your practice?

Keywords: literacy, health literacy

Making Active Living Part of Your Day

Alberta Centre for Active Living

1 page
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Use this tip sheet from the Alberta Centre for Active Living to find ways to fit active living into your day.

Keywords: getting started, barriers, bone health, motivation

Men's Health: The Need for Change

Alberta Centre for Active Living

PDF file, 4 pages
Published:
Feb 2008
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring article includes information on the following topics:

• Canadian men’s health: Cause for concern.

• Masculinity as a health determinant.

• Health behaviours and beliefs: Implications for males’ health and physical activity.

• Fostering healthier lifestyles for boys and men.

Keywords: men, adults

Mission accomplie! Comment une alimentation saine et une vie active ont aidé une femme à atteindre son objectif

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 9 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Décrit l'expérience d'une femme qui a réussi à perdre du poids et à adopter un mode de vie plus sain. Inclut des conseils pratiques pour une vie saine et active. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Physical Activity Counselling Toolkit

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Published: 2011
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The toolkit includes various plain language resources you can use as handouts when counselling clients about different aspects of physical activity. In addition, you can also look up references and follow helpful links to other practical resources. The resources include:

• Taking the first step: deciding to be physically active
• Making a physical activity plan
• Setting goals for physical activity
• What stops you from being physically active?
• Benefits of physical activity
• Physical activity and your blood pressure
• High blood pressure: how to stay safe when active
• Physical activity and type 2 diabetes
• Diabetes: how to stay safe when active
• Healthy weight and physical

Keywords: health literacy, chronic disease, behaviour change, tools

Physical Activity? No Way! My Back Hurts!

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Oct 2005
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring article looks at the role of physical activity in treating lower back pain.

Keywords: back pain, benefits

Play: The Priceless Ingredient in Exercise

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 1 page
Published:
Oct 1997
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring article focuses on the importance of play in motivating people to continue being physically active.

Keywords: motivation, physical education, how do I become active?

Pourquoi sommes-nous sédentaires ? Les temps ont vraiment changé !

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 3 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Compare la vie actuelle de la population canadienne à celle d'il y a un siècle, en insistant sur les différences dans le niveau d'activité physique quotidienne. Dresse la liste des excuses courantes pour expliquer la sédentarité. Suggère des façons simples d’élever le niveau d'exercice. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Role of Multi-faceted Self-conceptions in Physical Activity and Physical Fitness

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 2 pages
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Recent research in the study of the self and related self-constructs has emphasized a hierarchical, multi-dimensional view of the self.

This Research Update article summarizes two article that support this view in terms of physical fitness and physical activity among adults and children.

Keywords: body image

Screensaver of the Alberta Centre for Active Living

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file
Published:
Dec 2005
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The Centre's screensaver contains a variety of positive active living messages to motivate you to be active every day. Download this free screensaver from the centre's website to use on your own computer.

Keywords: Centre work, messages, getting started, motivation, screensaver

Shall We Dance? A Way to Get People Active

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Dec 2006
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring article discusses the many physical and mental benefits of dance, including using dance as a way to motivate people to keep active.

Keywords: dance

Single Step

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published: 2004
GeoOrigin: Alberta

In this WellSpring issue, Joy Chikinda describes her adventures in participating in ultra-marathons that range from 50 km up to almost 5,000 km. She has run on tracks, roads, trails, through parks, and over mountains. Joy also highlights that although physical preparation is critical to completing an ultra-marathon, mental conditioning is also crucial to success.

Keywords: sports, outdoor activities

Stepping up your physical activity: walking to improve your health

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Suggests ways to help make walking a positive experience and how to overcome any personal impediments to the exercise. Offers advice on setting motivating goals. Discusses the use of pedometers and other methods of monitoring a walking program. Includes links to related resources.

Aussi disponible en français : Intensifiez votre activité physique : marchez pour améliorer votre santé

Keywords: barriers, benefits, chronic disease prevention, getting started, motivation, pedometers, tips, walking

Stretching @ Your Desk videos

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Video file
GeoOrigin: Alberta

The Stretching @ Your Desk videos are part of the Alberta Centre for Active Living's Physical Activity @ Work website.

Each stretching video takes about as long as a coffee break.

Most of the exercises can be done right in front of your computer monitor. No need for special clothes or equipment.

To make them easier to access, you can play them using QuickTime, Real Player, VideoLan or Windows Media Player. (Windows Media Player is best if you have firewall issues with QuickTime or Real Player.)

Keywords: videos, stretching, work stations

Surprise : les jeux vidéos peuvent vous faire bouger !

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Décrit une étude novatrice qui évalue l’utilisation des jeux vidéo interactifs par des étudiants universitaires (masculins) alors qu’ils font du vélo stationnaire. Créée pour le Réseau canadien de la santé par Alberta Centre for Active Living.

Keywords: French

Surprise! Video games can actually get us moving

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 2 pages
Published:
Jan 2007
GeoOrigin: Ontario

Describes an innovative study which evaluates the use of interactive video games by sedentary male university students riding stationary bikes.

Aussi disponible en français : Surprise : les jeux vidéos peuvent vous faire bouger!

Keywords: screen time, technology, video games

What's in a Word

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 1 page
Published:
Apr 2000
GeoOrigin: Alberta

On page 4 of this WellSpring issue, the article defines terms in the active living field, such as physical activity, leisure-time physical activity, exercise, physical fitness, sport, active living community, and active living itself.

Keywords: frequently asked questions

Why Aren't We More Physically Active? Let's Get Moving!

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 3 pages
Published:
Dec 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

Compares Canadians' current lifestyle to that of Canadians a century ago, focusing on the difference in the level of daily physical activity. Lists popular excuses for inactivity. Suggests simple ways for people to increase their activity levels.

Aussi disponible en français : Pourquoi sommes-nous sédentaires ? Les temps ont vraiment changé !

Keywords: Aboriginals, barriers, chronic disease prevention, lifestyle, motivation, sedentary living, tips

Working with the Givens: Philosophy and Experience in Collaboration

Alberta Centre for Active Living

html file, 2 pages
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This Research Update article summarizes an evaluation of the ALPINE (Alberta Partners in Nutrition Education) project to produce an educational insert for Alberta newspapers.

Keywords: social marketing

Yoga @ Your Desk (video)

Alberta Centre for Active Living

Video file
Published:
Jun 2007
GeoOrigin: Alberta

People who work at their desks all day tend to stay in one position for a long time.

The exercises in these videos are designed to counter the effects of sitting at your desk. Each video is about the length of your coffee break.

The video is also available in French.

Keywords: yoga, videos, work stations

Yoga: The Body, Breath and Mind Connection

Alberta Centre for Active Living

pdf file, 4 pages
Published:
Feb 2010
GeoOrigin: Alberta

This WellSpring covers the following topics:

• Benefits of Yoga
• Understanding More About Linking Body, Breath and Mind
• Understanding the Meaning of Yoga
• Learning About the Three Dimensions
• Adapting Movements for Each Individual

Keywords: yoga

10,000 Steps

Queensland Health

GeoOrigin: International

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.

Keywords: pedometers, walking, programs, tools, workplace walking

2008 physical activity guidelines for Americans

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Published: 2008
GeoOrigin: International

The U.S. government released these physical activity guidelines in 2008. See what our neighbours are recommending when it comes to physical activity.

You will find separate documents for:

• policy-makers and health professionals
• organizations and communities
• researchers

Also, check out their resources to help you in your work:

• Blog
• Toolkits ( Adults and Youth)
• Be Active Your Way (for general public)

Keywords: guidelines, physical activity

A Communications Manual for Promoting and Distributing Canada's Physical Guide to Healthy Active Living

Public Health Agency fo Canada

38 pages
Published: 1998
GeoOrigin: National

A guide for practitioners who want to educate others about the Canadian Physical Activity Guides for Adults and Older Adults. Includes a sample communications plan, promotional materials, video, poster, and feature articles about active living. Includes a 12-min. video.

A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--General, ID #579

Active Communities: Success Stories

Active Communities BC

GeoOrigin: British Columbia

Read about successful initiatives (programs, plans, policies, models, etc.) designed to get British Columbians of all ages more physically active. It includes success stories from rural, remote, northern, and urban communities.

Keywords: Healthy Communities

Active Living During Pregnancy: Physical Activity Guidelines for Mother and Baby

Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology

34 pages
Published: 1999
GeoOrigin: National

A comprehensive resource for women who want to maintain activity, or undertake physical activity as a component of making positive lifestyle changes to promote a healthy pregnancy. Topics include benefits of exercise during pregnancy.

A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Population Groups--Girls/Women [file cabinet], ID #655

Active Living Every Day

194 pages
Published: 2001
GeoOrigin: International

A well-researched and proven exercise program (based on the stages of change model) designed to help individuals incorporate physical activity into their daily lives.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--General, ID #668

Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

369 pages
Published: 2002
GeoOrigin: International

This text is intended to assist exercise science students in developing the knowledge and skills to assess the physical fitness status of relatively healthy individuals, and design exercise programs for them. 4th Ed.

A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Measurement, ID #781

Advanced Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription - 4th Edition

369 pages
Published: 2002
GeoOrigin: International

This textbook discusses physical fitness assessment and program development.

A link to this resource is unavailable. A hard copy is available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--General, ID #1211

Keywords: fitness, assessments, programs

BodyWorx: What every man should know about taking care of his body

York Region Public Health

PDF file, 18 pages
Published: 2007
GeoOrigin: Ontario

This booklet contains information specific to men on how to stay healthy and prevent disease. It emphasizes an active lifestyle, healthy eating, healthy weight, and making health a number one priority.

Keywords: men, healthy living, healthy weights, health promotion, adults, mental health

Canadian Best Practices Portal for Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention

Public Health Agency of Canada

Published:
Nov 2006
GeoOrigin: National

The Canadian Best Practices Portal is a database that supports your work in health promotion and chronic disease prevention by

• listing recommended resources, including links, manuals and reports;
• offering 11 systematic review sites;
• allowing you to find an intervention to adapt in your community.

Keywords: health promotion, chronic disease prevention, population health, communities, best practices

Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines

Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology

Published: 2011
GeoOrigin: National

Here you can access Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines for different age groups:

• Children
• Youth
• Adults
• Older Adults

On this website you will also find useful documents, such as:

• Glossary of Terms
• Background Information
• Q&A's
• Information for professionals
• Access to the research supporting the guidelines.

Keywords: Canadian guidelines, guidelines, children, youth, adults, older adults

CHNET-Works!

Ottawa Community Health Research Unit

Published: 2005
GeoOrigin: National

Community Health Network-Works! is a national forum for community health professionals to promote networking among practitioners, researchers and decision-makers.

Their most notable resource is their "Fire-Side Chats," online discussions allowing professionals to come together to learn about topics of interest.

Membership is free and allows you to access resources and to register for the Fire-Side Chats.

Keywords: policies, public health, tools, networks

Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning

Human Kinetics

658 pages
Published: 2000
GeoOrigin: Ontario

In this revised and expanded second edition, now with over 300 color photographs, leading exercise science professionals explore the scientific principles, concepts, and theories of strength training and conditioning as well as their practical applications. 2nd Ed.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Measurement, ID #1023

Fit to Deliver: An Exercise Program for You and Your Baby

127 pages
Published: 2000
GeoOrigin: British Columbia

Pre-natal fitness program.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Programs, ID #794

Fitness Informer

Provincial Fitness Unit

GeoOrigin: Alberta

A newsletter produced three times per year that keeps fitness leaders in Alberta informed of current physical activity and nutrition research as well as professional development opportunities. Starting with Summer 1997.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Periodical shelving unit, ID #540

Four Commonly Used Methods to Increase Physical Activity: Brief Interventions in Primary Care, Exercise Referral Schemes, Pedometers and Community-Based Exercise Programs for Walking and Cycling

National Institiute for Health and Clinical Excellence

book file, 37 pages
Published: 2006
GeoOrigin: International

The NICE physical activity public health intervention guidance covers four common methods used to increase the population's physical activity levels: brief interventions in primary care; exercise referral schemes; pedometers and community-based walking.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Participation [file cabinet], ID #1117

Keywords: walking, pedometers, population health

General Physical Activities Defined by Level of Intensity

Centres for Disease Control and Prevention: Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity

pdf file, 5 pages
Published: 1999
GeoOrigin: International

Is an activity moderate or vigorous in intensity? This table will help you determine the intensity of physical activities, from fishing to splitting logs

Keywords: intensity, physical activity, how much physical activity do I need?

Healthy U

Government of Alberta

GeoOrigin: Alberta

Healthy U is a public information and education website to support and encourage Albertans to lead healthier lifestyles by providing them with access to information on healthy eating and active living. The website has three sections where you can find general information and tips on:

• Active Living.
• Healthy Eating.
• Healthy Places (Workplace, Schools, Communities).

You will also find access to various resources and tools, Alberta's nutrition guidelines and information about funding for community activities. Great website for your clients, patients, family and even yourself.

Keywords: benefits, tools, guidelines, fitness

How Not to Get Hit by Cars: Important lessons on Bicycle Safety

BicycleSafe.com

GeoOrigin: International

This web page illustrates and describes common collisions with cars and how you can avoid getting hit when riding your bicycle.

Keywords: cycling, injuries, safety, outdoor activities

in Motion Energizers

Winnipeg in motion

GeoOrigin: Manitoba

This handy resource has been developed for workplaces, community groups, conferences and workshops where your participants may be sitting for long periods of time and need to refresh themselves with the occasional energizing active break.

The videos can be played right on the site, or you can download your own free copy.

Keywords: videos, tools, workplace, schools

Manitoba In Motion

Government of Manitoba

GeoOrigin: Manitoba

In motion is a provincial strategy to help all Manitobans make physical activity part of their daily lives for health and enjoyment.

In motion works to build partnerships, increase public awareness, develop strategies and measure success.

In motion strategies focus on five specific groups: children, youth, adults, older adults, and families. Settings will include communities, schools and workplaces.

Keywords: walking, health promotion, strategies, communities, schools, workplace supports

National Physical Activity Guidelines for Australians

Australian Government

Published: 2005
GeoOrigin: International

So what do they recommend down-under?

The Australian guidelines outline the minimum level of physical activity required for good health and a healthy body weight.

Keywords: international guidelines

Norms for Fitness, Performance, and Health

Human Kinetics

220 pages
Published: 2006
GeoOrigin: International

Norms for Fitness, Performance, and Health presents data for numerous fitness components, including strength, endurance, anaerobic and aerobic capacity and power, body composition, flexibility, speed, and agility, as well as data for various health norms.

This resource is also available in the Centre library: Physical Activity--Measurement, ID #1125

Keywords: fitness, indicators

PACE Canada

PACE Canada

Published: 2000
GeoOrigin: National

PACE Canada is a tool kit and counselling guide to help physicians increase their patients' physical activity levels and improve their eating habits. The guide has been adapted from the internationally recognized PACE program and has been extended to include older adults, who are at significantly higher risk of sedentary living. PACE Canada, developed by the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute in collaboration with the American Project PACE team and the Active Living Coalition for Older Adults, is endorsed by the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

Keywords: counselling, physicians, tool kits, older adults, guidelines

Physical Activity Evaluation Handbook

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

pdf file, 73 pages
Published: 2002
GeoOrigin: International

Evaluation is a key component of physical activity programs and initiatives. This handbook can help you to learn about resources and successful strategies and to develop future plans.

This handbook outlines six steps for agencies and community-based organizations to evaluate their physical activity programs.

The website's tools, examples and resources will help your evaluation process.

Keywords: evaluations, government, handbooks, public health, tools, communities

Physical Activity for Everyone

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Published: 2008
GeoOrigin: International

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have created this website to help the general public understand the new physical activity guidelines released by the U.S. government.

Included in the guidelines are short video clips that help to explain the guidelines.

Keywords: guidelines, physical activity, adults, children, youth, older adults, seniors

Physical Activity Guidelines for Adults with Spinal Cord Injury

SCI Action Canada

PDF file, 1 page
Published: 2011
GeoOrigin: National

These guidelines are appropriate for all healthy adults with chronic spinal cord injury, traumatic or non-traumatic, including tetraplegia and paraplegia, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity or socioeconomic status. Adults are encouraged to participate in a variety of physical activities that are enjoyable and safe.

Keywords: guidelines, adults

Saskatchewan in motion

Saskatchewan in motion

GeoOrigin: Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan In Motion is a province-wide movement aimed at increasing physical activity for health benefits. Communities, workplaces, schools, and physicians are involved. This is a great source of ideas on how to use the web to promote active living in your community. The website provides benefits and fit facts for all population groups, as well as a media section. The walking workout has self-assessments, walking tips, a place to log your walking, and a place to submit your own success stories.

Keywords: active communities, walking, step charts, media, workplace supports, physicians, active schools, campaigns, benefits, tools

Winnipeg in motion: Workplace Resources

Winnipeg in motion

GeoOrigin: Manitoba

Here are a few useful tools that could help promote physical activity with the people you work with.

You will find a:

• Walking tracker
• Photos of stretches for at your desk
• Printable walking guide

Keywords: walking, workplace, tools