The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is in the planning stages for the 3rd edition of Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which will be released in 2028. As part of the planning process, HHS issued a Call to Action highlighting core areas of interest and a list…
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is in the planning stages for the 3rd edition of Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, which will be released in 2028. As part of the planning process, HHS issued a Call to Action highlighting core areas of interest and a list of potential topics for inclusion in the scientific review for the Guidelines. The purpose of this course is to provide an update on the state of the evidence specific to three areas: First, the integration of device-based measures into the scientific evidence, including an update on similarities and differences, self-report questionnaire data, and evidence on steps and disease risk. Second, an update on the evidence from observational and experimental studies regarding the benefits of resistance exercise for numerous outcomes. Finally, there will be an update on evidence regarding the role of physical activity for the prevention and treatment of mental health outcomes. The course will also include an update on the current planning stage for the guidelines and information on how the scientific community can engage and contribute to the process.
