PHYSICAL ACTIVITY EPIDEMIOLOGY

KINES 521

Research evidence regarding how physical activity and fitness are related to health (e.g., during pregnancy and aging) and disease, especially cardiovascular diseases, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, and cancer. Application and communication of knowledge in practical situations.

KINES 315

Topics and laboratory experiences will focus on parameters that are measured in physical activity pedagogy; instruments for measuring physical activity, health related fitness, knowledge, and psychological characteristics; concepts of assessment and research, basic statistical methods; and action research.

KINES 112

Define exercise and physical activity behaviors and how to systematically measure them. Content will encompass the American College of Sports Medicine definition of physical activity and recommendations for exercise across different populations. Students will engage in a service learning opportunity with our adapted fitness program where they will practice measuring and addressing the difficulties in broadly defining physical activity.

KINES/POPHLTH 955

Current research developments in physical activity epidemiology.

KINES 250

Examines sedentary behavior, physical activity, physical inactivity, and associations with health outcomes in the United States and across the world. Topics include the determinants and consequences of sedentary behavior in children, adults, and special populations. Research examining psychological outcomes of sedentary behavior and barriers to adopting a physically active lifestyle is covered. Emphasis placed on Portuguese socio-cultural context, economic systems, and healthcare structures contributing to health outcomes. Compares the U.S. and European health models and physical activity guidelines. Design a sedentary behavior intervention informed by theories of behavior change.