An evaluation of the effectiveness of three interventions in promoting physical activity in a sedentary population

Article Abstract:

Researchers compared the effectiveness of different forms of intervention in increasing physical activity amongst a sedentary population. The study was conducted amongst sedentary workers in a Scottish hospital and compared, in follow-up questionnaires, the effectiveness of fitness assessments, information provision and exercise consultations. Researchers found that levels of physical activity had increased in all groups. Fitness assessment is relatively costly and did not produce any discernible advantage. The less costly exercise consultation gave marginally better results in activity level maintenance.

Physical fitness, Study and teaching, Exercise, Office workers

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How effective are effectiveness reviews?

Article Abstract:

The effectiveness reviews commissioned by some UK health education/promotion agencies in subject areas which are related to health promotion have failed to produce valuable information for researchers working within these agencies. These reviews seek to ease the communication of research findings and their implications to the people who need to be informed, but there is a danger that complicated issues can be oversimplified. Furthermore, reviewing the effectiveness of medical interventions is not the same as reviewing the effectiveness of health promotion activities.

Editorial

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Coronary heart disease and physical activity in South Asian women: local context and challenges

Article Abstract:

Few South Asian women take part in exercise sessions, according to the results of the Bristol Black and Ethnic Minority Health Survey. Participation rates are particularly low among Pakistani women. Differences in language and culture make it very difficult to promote a healthier lifestyle, and more research is required into different beliefs about leisure and occupational activity. Health promotion must emphasise building on activities of everyday life, rather than focusing on exercise sessions.

Asians

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