Resources

External Publications

An investigation of the use of pedometers to promote physical activity, and particularly walking, among school-aged children
PDF 375KB. May 2007

Audit of Health Walks in and Around the Cairngorms National Park and Options for Future Delivery
March 2007. Word, 832KB

British Heart Foundation Physical Activity Factsheets
Zipped folder containing PDF documents, 312KB

Economic Benefits of Accessible Green Spaces for Physical and Mental Health
October 2005. PDF 578KB

Health Walks on Scotland's National Nature Reserves
2007, PDF 554KB.

Promoting Active Lifestyles - Good Ideas for Transport and Health Practitioners
This publication has recently been produced by the Scottish Executive and has been endorsed by Tavish Scott MSP, Minister for Transport and Andy Kerr MSP, Minister for Health.

Royal College of Psychiatrists factsheet on exercise and mental health
The Royal College of Psychiatrists has just published a new online factsheet about Exercise and Mental Health, specifically the benefits it can offer to your mind, as well as your body.

Step To It - a walking pack for people with learning difficulties
The 'Step To It' campaign aims to enable people with learning difficulties to walk for health, fitness, fun and well-being. 'Step To It' also encourage parents/carers to become fully involved.

Unfit for Purpose: how car use fuels climate change and obesity
August 2007 (PDF 824KB)