Parks, Recreation, and Public Health Collaborative
2008
Parks and Physical Activity: A Collaborative Approach
publication
Author Information
Author(s): Judy Kruger
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Hypothesis
How can parks and recreation facilities effectively promote physical activity and public health?
Conclusion
Collaborative research and improved surveillance measures are essential to demonstrate the health benefits of park-based physical activity.
Supporting Evidence
- Parks can help improve health by providing a safe place for physical activity.
- Only one-third of the population exercises in a park setting.
- Collaborative research has started to improve the health of the population through physical activity.
Takeaway
Parks help people be active and healthy, but we need to study how they do this better.
Methodology
The article discusses the need for better surveillance and measurement instruments in parks and recreation to promote physical activity.
Limitations
The reliance on existing measures may underreport actual physical activity levels.
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