Physical Activity Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Unit
CPR, LEARN, & KNOW Laboratories at the University of British Columbia
On behalf of the Physical Activity and Chronic Disease Prevention Unit, we are honoured to announce that an article created by Dr. Darren Warburton, Crystal Whitney (research trainee) and Dr. Shannon Bredin (published in the prestigious Canadian Medical Association Journal) Read More …
Mobilizing Research for Global Action in Policy and Practice On May 5-8, 2010, the 3rd International Congress on Physical Activity and Public Health was held in Toronto, Ontario. There were more than 1200 delegates from more than 48 countries in attendance. Read More …
Our research with breast cancer patients and interactive video gaming was highlighted in the Globe and Mail (Saturday May 15, 2010). This is a continuation of our innovative clinical exercise rehabilitation involving interactive video game exercise. We are proud to Read More …
June 19th 2010 will be the start of a very meaningful journey across Canada for 3 British Columbian bicyclists on a quest to raise funds and awareness for BC Parkinson’s Society. Bruce Cope was diagnosed with Parkinson’s five ago and Read More …
Peak Performance: The Path to Exceptional Athletic Achievement The 2010 Winter Olympics has been an incredible example of “peak performance”. We’ve witnessed athletes who are stronger, faster and more focused than ever before, shattering previous performance records, conquering the odds Read More …
Drs. Warburton and Bredin were highlighted recently for their innovative approach to reducing the risk for the 25,000 volunteers of the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2010. Getting Games Fit was a huge success and has set the benchmark Read More …
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