Why and how to improve physical activity promotion: Lessons from behavioral science and related fields

­Abby C. King; James Sallis

doi:10.1016/j.ypmed.2009.07.007

Why and how to improve physical activity promotion: Lessons from behavioral science and related fields

Preventive Medicine 49(4): 286-288

Article 2009 English

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This commentary highlights the importance of regular physical activity to the nation’s health and discusses some of the major challenges and opportunities currently facing the field.

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