<P>This section covers:<ul><li>Road safety pamphlets relating to pedestrian safety</li><li>Accident statistics</li><li>Reports and proposals for safety improvement</li><li>Safety strategies</li><li>Case studies and reports related to accident prevention</li><li>Case studies and reports related to street crime and perception of crime</li></ul></P>
-3 Safety & Health
The Finns have a word for it. Sauvakaevely, literally pole walking, isnt a circus act - though, like speed walking, it can be something of a spectacle to behold. Its also an emerging option for anyone looking for a low-impact weekend workout.
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Effect of brisk walking in 1 or 2 daily bouts
Submitted by administrator on Mon, 14/08/2006 - 22:56a randomized, controlled trial
Abstract - Effect of brisk walking etc - Web page
Menopause may induce a phase of rapid decreases in bone mineral density, aerobic fitness, muscle strength, and balance, especially in sedentary women.Free tags:
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Road safety (Whakatane)
Submitted by administrator on Mon, 14/08/2006 - 22:49Road safety (Whakatane) - Web page
Outlines the Whakatane District Council's road safety initiatives.Author(s): | |
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Tai Chi versus brisk walking in elderly women
Submitted by administrator on Mon, 14/08/2006 - 22:49
The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of a short style of Tai Chi versus brisk walking training programme on aerobic capacity, heart rate variability (HRV), strength, flexibility, balance, psychological status and quality of life in elderly women.
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A survey to assess physical activity promotion by registered dietitians
Submitted by administrator on Mon, 14/08/2006 - 02:44
Convincing evidence has emerged in recent years for the role of physical activity in the prevention and treatment of many chronic diseases.
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Impact of a health promotion program on the health of primary school principals
Submitted by administrator on Sun, 13/08/2006 - 22:29
The role of a school principal has changed dramatically in the last decade and there has been widespread concern regarding the impact of this change of role on principal health and wellbeing.
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Is sport for all? Exercise and physical activity patterns etc
Submitted by administrator on Sun, 13/08/2006 - 21:43
Recent evidence shows that any form of physical activity, not just aerobic activity to improve cardiovascular fitness, can have significant health benefits. However, physical inactivity is increasingly widespread.
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The lack of effectiveness of 18 weeks of accumulative short bouts etc
Submitted by administrator on Sun, 13/08/2006 - 21:39
Cardiac function generally deteriorates with increasing age, although recent research has found a reversal in this decline in a group of middle-aged individuals after 18 weeks of brisk walking in single daily bouts of between 20-40 minutes.
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Promoting a healthy you: walking activity log form
Submitted by administrator on Wed, 09/08/2006 - 03:18Promoting a healthy you: walking activity log - Document - Adobe PDF - Acrobat Reader
A one-page form for keeping a walking activity logAuthor(s): | |
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Racial differences and pedestrian safety: some evidence from Maryland and implications for policy
Submitted by administrator on Wed, 09/08/2006 - 03:02
One urban transportation mode that is often neglected is pedestrian movement. One group particularly susceptible in this mode is the elderly.
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About Us
Living Streets Aotearoa is the New Zealand organisation for people on foot, promoting walking-friendly communities. We are a nationwide organisation with local branches and affiliates throughout New Zealand.
We want more people walking and enjoying public spaces be they young or old, fast or slow, whether walking, sitting, commuting, shopping, between appointments, or out on the streets for exercise, for leisure or for pleasure.