Dr Benjamin Rigby

One of my BSc Psychology students is looking for research participants. Please share with your networks!

📢 New publication

We challenge ideas of movement = health & inactivity = harm.

Instead, we explore how purposeful stillness & rest alongside #physicalactivity are vital to human flourishing.

Thanks @OliviaFlemons, @JoePigginPhD, Thiago & Michelle!

doi.org/10.1123/jpah...

📢 New publication

We challenge ideas of movement = health & inactivity = harm.

Instead, we explore how purposeful stillness & rest alongside #physicalactivity are vital to human flourishing.

Thanks @OliviaFlemons, @JoePigginPhD, Thiago & Michelle!

doi.org/10.1123/jpah...

🚨New Paper Alert: Physical activity has enemies.

🚶‍♀️ 🌳 To sharpen advocacy, we need to know who our enemies are and how they operate.

DOI: lnkd.in/gf8E9fZb

🙏 @jpahjournal.bsky.social and coauthor team @joeyjmurphy.bsky.social @benjaminrigby.bsky.social @grantennis.bsky.social

Seeing very few #physicalactivity related posts on here at the moment - any pointers?

This week I will be heading to Cardiff, to join colleagues in considering an update to the #physicalactivity questions in the National Survey for Wales 🐲.

Can/should we encompass broader definitions, types, cultures and spaces of (in)activity?

Social network characteristics associated with mid-to-older aged adults’ co-engagement in physical activity Objectives Physical activity is associated with a greater quantity and quality of social connections. Participating in physical activity with others (co-engagement) has dual physical and social benefi...

New publication 📢

"Social network characteristics associated with mid-to-older aged adults’ co-engagement in physical activity."

#physicalactivity #healthyageing

journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

Porträt von Professorin Jana Semrau Copyright: © 2016-2025. Jana Semrau

🔇 Neuer #BVPG-Blogbeitrag:

Professorin @janasemrau.bsky.social @unibremen.bsky.social mahnt im #BVPG-Interview:
„Der sozioökonomische Status beeinflusst das #Bewegungsverhalten!“ und sie erläutert die
Empfehlungen der BVPG-Arbeitsgruppe #Bewegung #Sport und #Gesundheit
👉 ogy.de/pp64

#Prävention 🏃‍♂️

And I’m continuing my work in this area! If you've experienced exercise in ED recovery, please consider sharing your insights in my survey: durhamuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

📢New publication

My co-authors and I call for reflection over more action in this Critical Commentary on continued trends in physical inactivity around the world.

I have 50 free copies to share - pls contact me and share this post.

doi.org/10.1080/1940...

#physicalactivity #movement #policy

The global physical inactivity pandemic: an analysis of knowledge production In July 2012, The Lancet announced a pandemic of physical inactivity and a global call to action to effect change. The worldwide pandemic is said to be claiming millions of lives every year. Assert...

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From 11 years ago, we critiqued some of the ideas which informed the announcement of the global pandemic of PA.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

Thanks for sharing, Joe. I couldn't find you earlier to tag in my original post!

Reflections on inaction: how might we reverse continuing trends in physical inactivity Physical activity (PA) participation has the potential to support people in living more fulfilling lives. However, recent statistics show that our efforts to increase PA around the world are not wo...

8 articles for changing your mind about physical activity, human movement, and health.

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@benjaminrigby.bsky.social
et al encourage us to pause and reflect on how our advocacy might inadvertently be limiting our efforts to try populations more active.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

📢New publication

My co-authors and I call for reflection over more action in this Critical Commentary on continued trends in physical inactivity around the world.

I have 50 free copies to share - pls contact me and share this post.

doi.org/10.1080/1940...

#physicalactivity #movement #policy

📣 One week left!
Don’t miss your chance to submit a late-breaking abstract for #ISBNPA2025! Showcase your innovative research in #behavioralnutrition #physicalactivity #sedentarybehavior or #sleep.
🔗 Submission guidelines: loom.ly/14Qv-f8
📆 Deadline: Feb 21, 2025

Almost £300 million to gear up new walking, wheeling and cycling schemes We are making sure local authorities can provide high-quality and easily accessible active travel schemes across England.

Making walking, wheeling and cycling more accessible for everyone will not only help individuals to live healthier lives for longer, but also help efforts to tackle climate change by reducing emissions.

www.gov.uk/government/n...

Australia spends $714 per person on roads every year – but just 90 cents goes to walking, wheeling and cycling Walking and cycling get 90c per person each year from the Australian government. What if that figure rose to $5, $10 or $15?

Drivers would benefit from a change to transport funding, here's how
theconversation.com/australia-sp...

PhD Studentship: Innovative ways of supporting physical activity promotion and the systems that drive it. at Newcastle University on FindAPhD.com PhD Project - PhD Studentship: Innovative ways of supporting physical activity promotion and the systems that drive it. at Newcastle University, listed on FindAPhD.com

#Physicalactivity studentship - deadline Friday 31st!

Still time to apply for this funded #PhD opportunity here at @newcastleuni.bsky.social .

www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

My thoughts exactly. Will keep you posted.

Welcome to Bluesky to my brilliant colleague Caroline Dodd-Reynolds @carodr.bsky.social

Do give her a follow anyone interested in physical activity inequalities!

Physical activity—the past, present and potential future: a state-of-the-art review Abstract. This is a state-of-the-art review of historical developments, current approaches and recommended future directions in physical activity (PA) rese

In our NEW PAPER, as early career researchers, our call to action is...

"advance the understanding of the role of POLITICS IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY..."

Read free: doi.org/10.1093/heap...

P. McCue, @brittanyswelam.bsky.social @joeyjmurphy.bsky.social & S.Edney
for @healthpromint.bsky.social

Great work Tepi - I hope to be able to share my forthcoming paper in a similar vein very soon!

📢New publication

We spoke to participants of a pilot #ketogenic diet for #bipolardisorder study, to better understand the study's feasibility, acceptability and fidelity.

For some, this was a transformational experience, but individual/social context is key.

Free article: rdcu.be/d65ZY

Still plenty of time left to apply for our studentship - the application process is quick. We look forward to hearing from prospective students.

PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It at Newcastle University Find a PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It on jobs.ac.uk, the top job board in higher education. Click to view more!

#PhD studentship: #physicalactivity promotion & the #systems that drive it.

Funded position - £19,237 stipend + training grant (overseas students surcharges apply).

Min 2:1 degree, & physical activity interest is essential.

Deadline: 31/1/25

www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLC852/p...

Paris cycling numbers double in one year thanks to massive investment and it's not stopping The report delves into the nuances of Parisian cycling culture, exploring the vibrant community of riders who navigate the city's streets

Paris urban biking DOUBLED in just one year.

“Cycling in Paris has transcended mere trendiness; it’s become a fundamental aspect of the city’s identity. Despite challenges like inclement weather, cyclists continue to flock to the streets, setting new records and reshaping the urban landscape.”

PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It at Newcastle University Find a PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It on jobs.ac.uk, the top job board in higher education. Click to view more!

#PhD studentship: #physicalactivity promotion & the #systems that drive it.

Funded position - £19,237 stipend + training grant (overseas students surcharges apply).

Min 2:1 degree, & physical activity interest is essential.

Deadline: 31/1/25

www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLC852/p...

The (over)use of SMART goals for physical activity promotion: A narrative review and critique The SMART acronym (e.g., Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timebound) is a highly prominent strategy for setting physical activity goals. While it is intuitive, and its practical value h...

Just a reminder that SMART goals are not as empirically sound as you might think they are (at least for physical activity and exercise).

Full article: The (over)use of SMART goals for physical activity promotion: A narrative review and critique www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It at Newcastle University Discover a PhD Studentship: Innovative Ways of Supporting Physical Activity Promotion and the Systems That Drive It on jobs.ac.uk. Apply now and explore other PhD opportunities.

👨‍🎓 PhD studentship - interested in #PhysicalActivity promotion?

We're offering a funded PhD (overseas surcharges apply), and we invite applications from a broad range of backgrounds to help us think differently.

Deadline: 31st Jan.

Full details and contacts below.

www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLC852/p...

If you are interested in #earlyyears #movement behaviours - then I recommend following my friend (and occasional colleague) @sophmphillips.bsky.social.

The work she and the team are doing in the Child Health & #physicalactivity lab at Western University is great.

www.childpalab.ca