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ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health
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We are dedicated to promoting physical activity as a health priority, through research, policy, and practice. Stay connected with ISPAH to join our pursuit of a healthier, more active world.
If you are:
👉 From a low- or middle-income country
👉 An early career researcher
👉 Wanting to attend #ISPAH2026...

...Consider applying for the ISPAH Congress LMIC ECR Scholarship, sponsored by @jpahjournal.bsky.social!

Applications close February 9th 2026. Find out more:
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January 24, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🚨 Upcoming Webinar! 
Curious about how early career researchers are promoting physical activity among Aboriginal, Indigenous and priority populations in Western Pacific Region? 

📅 11 February 2026
🌐 Online & FREE
🎓 Open to both ISPAH members and non-members 

🔗 Register at buff.ly/yoK6FtR

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January 23, 2026 at 1:01 AM
📣 ¡Solo faltan 5 días para nuestro webinar de la Región Panamericana!
Tema: Preparando tu resumen para enviarlo al Congreso ISPAH 2026

📅 Fecha: martes 27 de enero de 2026
🕒 Horarios del webinar en diferentes zonas horarias.
🌐 En línea y GRATUITO para todos (miembros y no miembros de ISPAH)
January 22, 2026 at 12:02 PM
🌟 jpahjournal.bsky.social Article Spotlight! 🌟

💭 We're highlighting a new study from #ISPAH member Bruno Bizzozero Peroni!
➡️ The research examines how adequate current #PhysicalActivity guidelines are for low- and middle-income counties.

🔗 Paper 👉 doi.org/10.1123/jpah...
January 21, 2026 at 7:02 PM
🤝 Join the global community shaping the future of movement.
🌎 Be part of something bigger at #ISPAH2026 in Mérida.

🔗 ispah.org/congress-his...

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#PhysicalActivity #ActividadFísica #Merida #Mexico
January 20, 2026 at 7:00 AM
📣 Have you worked on physical activity within public education, including mass media? We want to hear from you!

🌍 In the ISPAH #8Investments Community Hub, academics/policymakers/practitioners share real-world experiences in designing, implementing and evaluating #PhysicalActivity initiatives.

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January 20, 2026 at 2:01 AM
✍️ Abstract submissions for #ISPAH2026 Congress are open until next month!
Showcase your research and connect with a global community.

🔗 Submit your abstract by 9th February at buff.ly/HLyceMx

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#ActividadFisica #AtividadeFisica #Merida #Mexico
January 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM
📣 Calling all low- and middle-income country early career researchers!

Have you applied for the #ISPAH2026 Congress LMIC ECR Scholarship, sponsored by @jpahjournal.bsky.social?

Hear from Dra. Gabriela Agrumedo, 2022 ISPAH Congress ECR Scholarship recipient, on her tips for your application!

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January 18, 2026 at 10:02 PM
✨ If you could change ONE global #PhysicalActivity policy overnight, what would it be?

E.g. integrate PA prescriptions into primary care, redesign cities for active transport, or protect green and public movement spaces?

👇 Every context is different — share your perspective below
#ISPAHAsks #ISPAH
January 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM
👋 ¡No te pierdas nuestro próximo webinar gratuito!

📅 Fecha: martes 27 de enero de 2026
Únete a una sesión interactiva con investigadores en etapa temprana y estudiantes —especialmente de América Latina y países de ingresos bajos y medios— para aprender a preparar resúmenes de alta calidad.
January 15, 2026 at 7:02 PM
📢 Are you an ISPAH member with a recent publication in @jpahjournal.bsky.social?

🌟 Submit your article to be featured in our monthly Active Evidence Reel Series!

➡️ Submit here: ispah.org/members-area...
January 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM
❓ Questions about #ISPAH2026 Congress?
Whether you’re planning to submit an abstract, attend in person, or simply want to know more about Mérida, we’re here to help!

👉 Drop your questions in the comments here. Our team will gather the most common ones & share clear answers in an upcoming post.

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January 13, 2026 at 7:03 PM
🌟 @jpahjournal.bsky.social Article Spotlight! 🌟

Dr @katjasiefken.bsky.social & colleagues found that COVID-19 opened a policy window for active transportation, resulting in infrastructure change and reinforcing the need for sustained AT investment for public health.
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#ISPAH #JPAH
January 12, 2026 at 5:01 AM
🌟 @jpahjournal.bsky.social Article Spotlight! 🌟

💭 In the latest issue of JPAH, outgoing Co-Editor Pedro C. Hallal reflects on his time with the journal since January 2021.

🔗 Read the article here: buff.ly/FsjrDL5

#ISPAH #JPAH #PhysicalActivity
January 11, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Reposted by ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health
The sport development and active education lead for Get Doncaster Moving, one of our Place Partners, highlights the innovative local initiatives they've developed to help families get active.

Read more: https://www.sportengland.org/blogs/making-physical-activity-fun-all
January 9, 2026 at 4:48 PM
⏳ One month left to submit your abstract!
Don’t miss your chance to share your work at the world’s leading physical activity congress.

🔗 Submit now: ispah.org/congress-202...

@inspmx.bsky.social | @utaustin.bsky.social
#PhysicalActivity #ActividadFisica #AtividadeFisica #Merida #Mexico
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
⭐ Keen to catch up on the recent ISPAH-JPAH Early Career Social Webinar?
The recording is available now! Check it out to learn more about LMIC ECR Congress Scholarships.

🔗 👉 ispah.org/councils-and...
January 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Reposted by ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health
Sport and physical activity can have a positive impact on mental wellbeing, which is every bit as important as the physical benefits.

https://www.sportengland.org/about-us/mental-wellbeing
January 5, 2026 at 7:12 PM
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New Issue of PALAESTRA Explores Inclusive Physical Activity and Disability Sport Research

The latest issue of PALAESTRA (Volume 39, Issue 4) is now available. This quarterly journal continues to provide valuable insights for professionals, educators, and advocates working in physical activity,…
New Issue of PALAESTRA Explores Inclusive Physical Activity and Disability Sport Research
The latest issue of PALAESTRA (Volume 39, Issue 4) is now available. This quarterly journal continues to provide valuable insights for professionals, educators, and advocates working in physical activity, sport, and recreation for individuals with disabilities. Edited by Dr. Martin Block (University of Virginia), PALAESTRA is indexed in the Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), making its content discoverable via Web of Science and contributing to author citation metrics.
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January 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM
📣 ¡Atención investigadores emergentes en países de bajo y medio ingreso!

¿Ya aplicaste a la beca LMIC ECR del Congreso #ISPAH2026, patrocinada por jpahjournal.bsky.social?

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January 6, 2026 at 5:15 AM
📌 ¡El webinar gratuito del martes 27 de enero de 2026 está cada vez más cerca!

Únete a este evento diseñado para apoyar a investigadores en etapa temprana y estudiantes, especialmente de América Latina y países de ingresos bajos y medios, en la preparación de resúmenes de alta calidad.
January 5, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Reposted by ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health
April 2025 saw the release of the #ActiveLives Adults Survey report showing that 2.4 million more adults are getting active since 2015!

Look back on the figures: https://www.sportengland.org/news-and-inspiration/record-numbers-playing-sport-and-taking-part-physical-activity

#UnitingTheMovement
December 29, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Reposted by ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health
Cycling, leisure provision, public health... File them away in the same dusty cupboard of government. Generate as many socio economic impact studies on ill health, mental health, obesity, levels of physical activity etc as you like, they've not connected the dots. www.theguardian.com/news/2025/de...
Cycling is changing at speed – but is Britain keeping pace?
Emulating the bike-friendly highways enjoyed by our continental neighbours will take a lot more money and political will
www.theguardian.com
December 21, 2025 at 8:03 PM
🏆 Congratulations to December's Photo Competition Winner, @hhhernanhurtado.bsky.social! 📸

🇨🇴 Taken in Colombia, at the "Fuertemente Activos Festival" - part of a government strategy that promotes a healthy lifestyle via physical activity. Fabio Sanz, a participant, is pictured with his son.

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December 30, 2025 at 5:01 AM
🚨 Preparando tu resumen para el Congreso ISPAH 2026 📑

¡Te invitamos a participar en nuestro webinar gratuito en línea, diseñado para brindar apoyo a estudiantes e investigadores en etapa temprana —especialmente de América Latina y países de ingresos bajos y medios— en la preparación de resúmenes.
December 23, 2025 at 2:34 AM