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Promoting Physical Activity in Afterschool Programs

June 1, 2010 | Public Programs
This paper will provide program leaders and staff with a brief overview of what is known about physical activity in afterschool programs. Then, by integrating experience in afterschool programming with expertise in health promotion, physical education, physical activity promotion, public health, and the social psychology of sport and physical activity, we will present strategies and recommendations for promoting physical activity in afterschool settings.

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  • Aaron Beighle
    Author
    University of Kentucky
  • Michael Beets
    Author
    University of South Carolina
  • Heather Erwin
    Author
    University of Kentucky
  • Jennifer Huberty
    Author
    University of Nebraska, Omaha
  • Justin Moore
    Author
    East Carolina University
  • Megan Stellino
    Author
    University of Northern Colorado
  • Citation

    Publication Name: Afterschool Matters
    Volume: 11
    Page Number: 24
    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Education and learning science | Health and medicine
    Audience: Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Afterschool Programs

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