21 Apr Dr. Lee and Dr. Tremblay’s commentary receives JPAH Article of the Year Award!

The article titled “Unmasking the Political Power of Physical Activity Research: Harnessing the ‘Apolitical-Ness’ as a Catalyst for Addressing the Challenges of Our Time” by Eun-Young Lee and Mark Tremblay, published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health (2023, volume 20, Issue 10) has been recognized with the inaugural Journal of Physical Activity and Health Article of the Year Award in the “Best Commentary” category!

Congratulations, Young and Mark!

Key messages from the article:

• “Physical activity has often been utilized to enhance individual health, framing physical (in)activity as a public health concern that places accountability on individuals for their own well-being. Regrettably, this perceived lack of political engagement in physical activity research is contributing to its diminishing prioritization among politicians and reduced governmental support and decision makers in various countries.”

• “By highlighting the potential of physical activity as a contributing solution to the major challenges we face today, we can demonstrate to policymakers that investing in physical activity is not only advantageous for individuals’ health and well-being but also essential for resolving complex societal and environmental issues.”

To read the full commentary, please follow this link.

To learn more about the inaugural Journal of Physical Activity and Health Article of the Year Awards, including the award categories, selection process, and a full list of winners, click here.