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The impact of coronavirus on activity levels revealed

Source: Sport England April 2021

https://www.sportengland.org/news/impact-coronavirus-activity-levels-revealed

The majority of physically active adults in England managed to maintain their habits despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the latest Active Lives Adult Survey, with just 710,000 fewer active adults between November 2019 and November 2020 compared to the same period 12 months previously.

However, the first eight months

Relationship Between Physical Activity and Overweight and Obesity in Children: Findings From the 2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey National Youth Fitness Survey

Physical activity lowered the risk of obesity. Children who were obese had functional limitations compared with healthy-weight children, but both groups enjoyed physical activity equally. Future studies are needed to determine barriers to participation among these children in recreation and sporting activities. Source: NCBI, October 2016

NICE: Guidelines for Chronic Pain now include physical activitiy

Latest NICE guidelines for managing chronic pain now include offering supervised group exercise programmes and encouraging people to remain physically active. Source: Nice.org.uk/guidance/ng193 April 2021

PHE - Understanding and addressing inequalities in physical activity

Analysis on the inequalities, resulting in major themes including enablers, barriers and opportunity, community consultation and a holistic approach for protected characteristics Source: PHE January 2021

COVID-19 and Mental Health - a LynnPR briefing paper

Lynn PR has analysed the current situation and created a briefing paper, which maps the challenges, requirements, and solutions for addressing increased mental health issues in the UK population, specifically using models of strategic communications, data and behavioural science. Source: Lynn PR February 2021

Evidence on the reach and impact of parkrun: a review

A team of academics reviewed existing research highlighting that parkrun participants show improvements in, among other things, fitness, total physical activity, and mood. Source: Parkrun. Nov 2020

Mapping the potential population mental health impacts of Covid-19 in England

The publication draws together evidence on the social determinants of mental health, how they have been impacted in previous infectious disease outbreaks or recessions; and links to early data and pre-published evidence on how the determinants were affected during lockdown. Source: PHE September 2020

Latest Active Lives survey release May 2019 - May 2020

Latest Active Lives survey release shows increase in inactivity across England, but steady in Gloucestershire, with no significant change. Source: Sport England, October 2020

Why investing in physical activity is great for our health – and our nation

The report shows that investing in community sport and physical activity plays an important role in boosting the economy and provides the opportunity to help level up inequalities within communities, and build a healthier, happier and more prosperous society generating £3.91 in value for every £1 spent. Source: Sport England, September 2020

The clear link between being active and mental wellbeing

Active Lives research reveals that active people are happier and more satisfied with their lives – and are less likely to experience anxiety. Adults being active are 57% more likely to experience higher levels of perceived self-efficacy Source: Sport England, 2017

Fitness levels in teenagers linked to where they grow up – new research

Research showed that teenagers (especially girls) were more active if their homes were closer to public transport, creating opportunities to be active within a community can improve fitness levels and teenagers performed better if their school was closer to green spaces. Source: The Conversation, August 2020

Changes in sedentary behaviour in European Union adults between 2002 and 2017

Sedentary behaviour has increased over time across the EU, additionally, this was consistently higher in men than women. Source: BMC Public Health, August 2020

Five ways to make gyms and swimming pools more accessible to women

While 87% of the This Girl Can community feel safe to return with anti-coronavirus measures in place, just 27% have visited a gym since they were allowed to reopen on 25 July, with even fewer having visited a swimming pool (13%). Source: Sport England, August 2020

Press release: Collapse in charity provision looms at moment of greatest need

58% of charities to cut back services as coronavirus set to cost sector 60,000 jobs. The £10 billion charity funding gap created by coronavirus is putting an “alarming proportion” of jobs and services in the firing line in the social sector. Source: Probono Economics, August 2020

The kids are not alright: Covid-19, mental health and young people

No one knows how long the pandemic will last and will keep affecting our lives – and our mental health. But what we know is that it’s likely that younger generations will be disproportionately hit by long-term consequences. Source: nfpSynergy, August 2020

Experiences With Wearable Activity Data During Self-Care by Chronic Heart Patients: Qualitative Study

Activity data from wearable devices may be a resource for self-care; however, the data may simultaneously constrain and create uncertainty, fear, and anxiety. Source JMIR, July 2020

Walking and Cycling statistics release - England 2019

Statistics on walking and cycling statistics in England for 2019. This statistical release is based on 2 main sources: National Travel Survey and Active Lives Survey Source: gov.uk, August 2020

School Streets Closure Traffic Displacement Literature Review

This report sets out the findings of a review of the existing literature on the impact of school street closures designed to create safer spaces for walking, cycling or street play. Source: Sustrans, July 2020

Radical Accessibility: Research and Recommendations A deep dive into how accessible charities are during Covid-19 and beyond

In this report, we share with you unique insights into the world of digital accessibility in the charity sector: the attitudes and behaviours of beneficiaries, the accessibility needs of those accessing your website, the impact of coronavirus and, ultimately,what you - as a forward-thinking charity - should do. Source: Charity Digital, July 2020

New report shows large unmet demand for cycling from ethnic minority and disadvantaged groups

Cycling has proved its worth during the pandemic, as a safe and socially distanced way for people to get exercise and as a means to travel to work and for other essential journeys. However, 74% of people from ethnic minority groups living in our 12 Bike Life cities and towns do not currently cycle. This compares to 37% of White people. Source: Sustrans, July 2020

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