KIN 435 Physical Activity Promotion

Design effective strategies to promote physical activity

In KIN 435, you’ll apply behavioral science and public health research to promote physical activity in individuals, groups and communities. This course builds on your kinesiology foundation and focuses on selecting, applying and evaluating strategies that support active living in real-world settings.

What makes this course stand out?

Evidence-to-action focus

Translate physical activity guidelines and research into practical promotion strategies.

Equity-centered approach

Identify priority populations and examine how access, environment and resources influence physical activity.

Measurement skills

Compare strengths and limitations of common physical activity measures and select tools that match program goals.

Multiple intervention strategies

Apply informational, behavioral, social and environmental approaches to increase activity.

Applied project work

Develop a course project that includes a topic, brief literature review and evaluation plan.

Who should take this course?

Kinesiology majors

Strengthen your ability to design, implement and evaluate physical activity promotion efforts across community, workplace and population settings. This course supports preparation for careers and graduate study in health promotion, community health and related fields.