Academics, students and industry professionals recently came together at the Alexander Stadium for a day of research, networking and insight into the future of physical activity in public health. Postgraduate researcher in Health, Annabelle Skidmore, explains the significance of the day.
"On Monday 2 June, the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) held its first in-person Physical Activity for Health Division Day since the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted at the Alexander Stadium, the event brought together academics, students and industry professionals for a rich programme of research presentations, keynote speeches and collaborative networking.
This year’s Division Day showcased the latest research and initiatives that champion the role of physical activity in promoting health across public health and healthcare systems. It also fostered valuable discussions on how movement and exercise can drive improvements in health outcomes for individuals and communities. The event was sponsored by Sweat Economy, a Web3 ecosystem with a mission to promote global physical activity by incentivising movement.
It was brilliant to present part of my doctoral research, which explored the barriers, facilitators and practical solutions for engaging individuals with Phenylketonuria (PKU) in physical activity and exercise in front of people who work across a range of disciplines.
Professor of Sport and Exercise Science Kiara Lewis delivered the closing keynote, focusing on physical literacy – exploring what it is and why it matters in today’s public health landscape."
