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Evaluation of the 'Schools on the Move' project

The recommended physical activity levels for children suggest that children and young people should achieve a minimum of 60 minutes of at least moderate intensity activity each day (Department of Health, 2004). This 60 minute target should be achieved through the accumulation of bouts of activity of varying duration throughout the day (Department of Health, 2004). The aim of this evaluation was to assess the effectiveness of the Schools on the Move project, in terms of increasing physical activity levels, walking in particular, in young people and in raising levels of knowledge and awareness of the role of walking and physical activity in maintaining health and well-being.

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