Promoting Active Living in Rural Communities

Authors

Anush Yousefian Hansen MS, MA, University of Southern Maine
David Hartley PhD, MHA, University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service, Maine Rural Health Research Center

Document Type

Policy Brief

Publication Date

9-2015

Keywords

MRHRC, Access/Insurance, population health, RALA, physical activity, rural, USM Aging Initiative, Health and Wellness, Policy, Social/Cultural

Abstract

This brief summarizes current research on elements of the rural built environment that may be related to obesity or physical activity. Much of this research is qualitative in nature, including evidence and conclusions drawn from rural focus groups, PhotoVoice studies, policy statements, observations from the field, and lessons learned from rural active living interventions.

Funding Organization

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Recommended Citation

Hansen, A. Y., & Hartley, D. (2015). Promoting active living in rural communities. San Diego, CA: Active Living Research.