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Physical Activity: Briefing

Physical activity and obesity: Considerations for European Policymakers

The present briefing has been written to support policymakers, civil society organisations (CSOs), and other stakeholders regarding the implementation of physical activity policies and guidelines across Europe. It supplements the evidence on available policies and recommendations provided by systematic reviews, cost studies, case studies, and other resources and guidelines compiled in the World Obesity Federation’s policy dossier. The brief presents a summary of the evidence highlighting necessary steps and considerations to ensure the appropriate implementation of physical activity policies.


Webinar: Physical inactivity and obesity: how can we break the cycle?

The recording of the World Obesity Federation Webinar on physical inactivity and obesity, held on April 8th, 2021 is accessible below:

Physical activity and obesity briefing & downloads

Physical inactivity and obesity: how can we break the cycle?

World Obesity Policy Laboratory (webinar) flyer.

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Physical activity and obesity: Considerations for European Policymakers

World Obesity Federation Briefing

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Policy Laboratory Slides

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Physical Activity dossier

This page will be constantly updated with new studies as they come about. In the meantime, you can view our other elements of the physical activity dossier.

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