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An introduction to the role of sport in improving physical and mental well-being is provided. Several key themes linked to sport and health are then explored in more detail: The health benefits of sport and physical activity. Sport, physical activity and risk factors for major diseases. Fighting HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases through

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The health benefits of sport and physical activity sportanddev

WebAlthough research interest on physical activity and health dates back to the 1950s, the breakthrough in the scientific evidence on health benefits of physical activity largely took …

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Health, sport and wellbeing sportanddev

WebDuring recent decades, there has been a progressive decline in the level of physical activity in people's daily lives in developed countries. For a majority of people, little physical …

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Sport, physical activity and risk factors for major diseases

WebAn understanding of the most prevalent diseases and associated risk factors is crucial to conceptualise the role of sport in health prevention and promotion. In developing …

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Exercise: Happy people and a healthy planet sportanddev

WebHealthy planet, happy humans. Numerous studies show that participating in physical activity in greenspaces – ‘green exercise’- is positively related to mental, …

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WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour

WebThese guidelines, launched in November 2020, provide evidence-based public health recommendations for children, adolescents, adults and older adults on the …

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Sport for physical wellbeing sportanddev

WebIn addition to these examples, sport benefits us physically: It contributes to the maintenance of a good general state of health, helping us to feel healthy and have …

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Health equity through sport sportanddev

WebTGP is a community-based health education and promotion organization that uses sports-based curricula to reimagine health and advance health equity in the …

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Sports can contribute to disease prevention sportanddev

WebA polluted planet and increasing diseases like cancer, asthma and heart disease, mean that physical activity is more important than ever to keep humans and our …

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Community-based sports programming in US returning

WebCommunity-based sports programming in US returning. As the United States of America emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the state of play for children and …

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The role of sport in addressing gender issues sportanddev

WebIn recent years, there has been a significant shift from advocating for ‘gender equity in sport’ towards using ‘sport for gender equity and personal development’. This sub-section …

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Adolescent mental health: What role can sport for development

WebThe issue. Mental health disorders are a major issue facing adolescents globally. Worldwide, one in seven adolescents (ages 10-19 years) experience mental …

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The Power of Sport: Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month

WebAccording to Sports England, getting involved in physical activity can have a positive effect on mental wellbeing. Individuals that take part in physical activity have …

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Improving mental health through sport sportanddev

WebThe project aims to improve the mental health and wellbeing of refugees in Moyo District, Uganda using a trauma-informed sport and play-based approach. Based …

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Heads first: Mental health in sports in Kenya sportanddev

WebA troubled state of mind hinders our growth, development, and interaction with others; this is no different in the field of sport. Mental health in sport is not a …

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Sport for mental health in Africa sportanddev

WebThis article was submitted as part of our call for reshaping the future of sport and development.. Sports-based interventions can be used as an effective means to promote …

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Increasing Samoan women’s physical activity levels

WebIn 2020, obesity levels were estimated at approximately 81% in women, with trend data revealing that diabetes rates rose from 2% to approximately 20% between …

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Advancing environmental sustainability through sports

WebIncorporating sustainability into sports practices can contribute to these and other SDGs, such as those related to health, education, and social inclusion. …

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Tackling HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases through sport

WebThe World Bank states that communicable diseases are the largest causes of child deaths in the world and are significant causes of preventable deaths among adults in the …

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The International Council for Health, Physical Education, …

WebICHPER·SD is a membership-based international, umbrella organization with a membership that includes professors, teachers, researchers, coaches, educators and administrators …

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