Playful interactive technology such as 'exertion games' can be helpful in getting children to exercise. These interfaces, which use the entire human body, are growing in popularity.
MQ Scan: a quick test to measure motor skills in gym class
Children are exercising less and less, resulting in underdeveloped motor skills. That is why the Healthy Lifestyle in a Stimulating Environment research group has developed a motor skills test together with the VU...
Maintaining vitality with innovative technology (Medical Delta Living Lab VIT for life)
People with vitality who – literally and figuratively – feel comfortable in their own skin use less healthcare. Increasing vitality by eating healthily and getting enough exercise has a positive effect on people and the...
Addressing childhood obesity with digital technology (Blended Care – Better Care)
The 'Blended Care – Better Care' project applies a combination of offline and online care in helping overweight children adopt a healthier lifestyle. The application of digital technology offers many possibilities.
Lecturers and teachers of Physical Education (PE) question whether the perceptual competence is adequate in practice and how this can be deliberately practised. The Healthy Lifestyle in a Supporting Environment research...
More and more children in the Netherlands are overweight, don't exercise enough and have poor motor skills. For children to become healthy and fit adults, it is important to encourage them to exercise more.
Vitality and health from young to old (Vitale Delta)
Vitality and health from young to old is an important theme for the Delta region of Leiden, The Hague and Rotterdam. The aging population and increased burden on care are a cause for concern.
Start (V)aardig is a study on the physical literacy of preschoolers. After all, children who learn to exercise well at an early age and enjoy it, often develop an active lifestyle. Neighbourhood sport coaches can play a...
How can THUAS become a healthy university and help its students and staff members at school and at work to lead and/or maintain a healthy lifestyle? Several research groups, degree programmes and service departments are...
Food Boost Challenge: healthy eating for and by young people
How do you encourage young people to eat more fruit and vegetables? Based on research by the Healthy Lifestyle in a Supporting Environment Research Group among preparatory secondary vocational education and senior...
