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According to the , key guidelines for adults is: 

• Adults should move more and sit less throughout the day. Some physical activity is better than none. Adults who sit less and do any amount of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) gain some health benefits. 

• For substantial health benefits, adults should do at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) to 300 minutes (5 hours) a week of moderate-intensity, or 75 minutes (1 hour and 15 minutes) to 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity, or an equivalent combination of moderate-and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity. Preferable, aerobic activity should be spread throughout the week. 

• Additional health benefits are gained by engaging in physical activity beyond the equivalent of 300 minutes (5 hours) of moderate-intensity physical activity a week. 

• Adults should also do muscle-strengthening activities of moderate of greater intensity and that involve all major muscle groups on 2 more days a week, as these activities provide additional health benefits.  

Research Findings 

Major Findings: 

• In the Fall 2022 more than half (57%) of the students utilizing campus healthcare services were not meeting the guidelines for aerobic physical activity.  

• In every racial group reported, more students were insufficiently active than students who met the PA guidelines. 

• Men and white students reported significantly more weekly minutes (min/wk) of PA than women and students of color, respectively. 

• PA referrals by campus healthcare providers were completed in less than 1% of the total sample. 

Senior, G., & Stapleton, J. (2023, May). Diversity, physical activity, and referral of university students utilizing campus healthcare services. In Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology (Vol. 45, pp. S113-S113). 1607 N Market St, PO Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61820-2200 USA: Human Kinetics Publ Inc. (Published Abstract)  

• In the Fall 2023 only 41.5% of the total sample were meeting both physical activity guidelines for aerobic and strength training.  

• 26.3% of which were women and 15.2% were men. 

• Significant correlations emerged between depressive symptomology and all measures of PA. 

• Students who met both the PA guidelines reported significantly less depressive symptomology than students who did not. 

• When stratified by gender, this relationship remained significant in women, but not in men. 

Senior, G., & Stapleton, J. (2024, May). Physical activity and depressive symptomology among university students who utilize campus healthcare. In Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology (Vol. 46, pp. S94-S94). 1607 N Market St, PO Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61820-2200 USA: Human Kinetics Publ Inc. (Published Abstract) 

Funding 

• American College of Sports Medicine Franklin Exercise is Medicine Microgrant – PA Assessment and Referral Grant: 2024 - 2025 

• Brooks College of Health Dean’s Research Professorship: 2023 - 2026

The Student Wellness Complex is home to a plethora of opportunities to increase physical activity and enjoy your time doing it, no matter what your preference is. Whether you prefer to swim at the Competition Pool Complex, climb heights with the Osprey Cliff, or take a group fitness class then lift free weights at the Dottie Dorian Fitness Center, there is something for everyone! See the links below to explore which of these resources would be best for you. 

• Competition Pool Complex

• Osprey Cliff

• Dottie Dorion Fitness Center

With nature trails and zipline courses available here at ������ϲʿ������2023, physical activity can be taken outside to the great outdoors. By yourself, or with a group, see the links below to learn more about EcoAdventure to plan your next outdoor adventure and get moving! 

• Osprey Challenge Course

• Nature Trails

Interested in competitive sports, intramurals, or even just access to equipment and space to play a game of pickleball with friends? The link below will give you more information on the resources available here at ������ϲʿ������2023 to do all of the above. 

Competitive Sports