Motivation to Move: Increasing Physical Activity for Intergenerational Users

Start Date

05/15/2024

End Date

05/15/2024

Description

By intentionally and thoughtfully creating outdoor environments with fitness in mind, communities can dramatically impact their efforts in promoting less sedentary lifestyles across generations. Uncover innovative solutions, case examples, evidence-based programs, and unique design strategies that inspire people of all ages to live healthier, happier lives through active movement.

Location

Kalamazoo, MI

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Development Trends
Parks & Recreation
Urban Planning & Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

1.0

Learning Outcomes

Create an advocacy message in support of your community’s need/desire to intentionally address outdoor physical activity for multigenerational use.

List three intentional design strategies, solutions, or research-based best practices to increase physical activity in outdoor play and recreation environments.

Summarize ways park destinations can be utilized to offer programs and create awareness about the importance of healthy lifestyles.

Outline the research and benefits of physical activity for individuals across generations.

Instructors

Approved Certified Instructor

Course Codes

Provider

PlayCore

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