The First Global Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Guidelines for People Living With Disability

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Authors

Catherine Carty · World Health Organization

Hidde P. van der Ploeg · University of Sydney

Stuart Biddle · World Health Organization

Fiona Bull · GGD Amsterdam

Juana Willumsen · GGD Amsterdam

Lindsay Lee · GGD Amsterdam

Kaloyan Kamenov ·

Abstract

The guidelines mark a positive step forward for disability inclusion, but considerable effort is needed to advance the agenda. This paper highlights key considerations for the implementation of the new recommendations for people living with disability, in line with the human rights agenda underpinning the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity 2018-2030 and allied policies.

Topics & Keywords

Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders Physical Activity and Health Chronic Disease Management Strategies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Volume 18, Issue 1, pp. 86-93

DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2020-0629

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