CPAH Objectives

To engage in original research designed to determine the effect of physical activity behaviors on chronic disease prevention.

To collaborate with other academic units on campus and elsewhere who are studying both acute and chronic ailments, where physical activity may play a role in health outcome.

To partner with interested businesses, industries, and philanthropic organizations who desire to study and support individuals' efforts to achieve better quality of life through physical activity, sports, and exercise.

To work with governmental and public health organizations to help develop policy initiatives related to promotion and facilitation of physical activity behaviors.