Physical Activity Researcher paresearcher

Physical activity in later life is often promoted for its potential physical, psychological, and social benefits for older adults. However, sometimes these programs, despite good intentions, can perpetuate negative stereotypes about aging and youthful ideas about a good life. Have we forgotten to ask old people themselves how and why they are (not) active?
As our guest explains, aging is not only a physical and psychological phenomenon but also a cultural phenomenon. Cultural narratives including ageing-as-decline, successful ageing and active ageing can have significant consequences on how we make meaning of later life.
In this episode, we ask critical questions about what is ageing, who is an older person, and what implications different physical activity campaigns for older adults might have.
Dr Adam Evans is currently an Associate Professor in Sociology of Sport at the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sport (NEXS) at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. He is the current director of the Sport, Health and Innovation research group at NEXS, and is Editor in Chief of the European Journal for Sport and Society (www.tandfonline.com/toc/ress20/current). His research interests cohere around understanding the lived experiences of sport, physical activity amongst several groups, including older adults and those with specific health needs, together with work in swimming and aquatic activity.

In the concluding part of this insightful episode of the Physical Activity Researcher Podcast, host Dr. Olli Tikkanen continues his engaging conversation with Dr. Elise Brown, Associate Professor of Wellness and Health Promotion at Oakland University. Dr. Brown shares her experiences and strategies for translating her research on diabetes and resistance training into accessible and practical knowledge through her YouTube channel, "The Diabetes Resistance."
Dr. Brown discusses the motivation behind starting her YouTube channel, including obtaining tenure and the desire to provide comprehensive, accessible information to help individuals with type 2 diabetes begin strength training. She outlines the various types of content she produces—educational videos, workout videos, and instructional guides—and emphasizes the importance of detailed planning and safety precautions.
Dr. Brown also shares her approach to crafting engaging content, the importance of strong hooks, and establishing credibility. She offers practical advice on video production, including using affordable equipment and free resources for video editing. Her enthusiasm for video editing as a creative outlet is evident, and she highlights the significance of consistent quality content for growing an audience.
In this episode, Dr. Brown encourages other researchers to use platforms like YouTube for disseminating their research findings, sharing her positive experiences and the impact of her channel on her audience. She also addresses the challenges of maintaining consistency and the importance of providing valuable content to build a loyal following.
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This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | Better Sleep, Sedentary Behaviour and Physical Activity Research with Less Hassle
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Collect, store and manage SB and PA data easily and remotely -
Discover ground-breaking Fibion SENS
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SB and PA measurements, analysis, and feedback made easy. 
Learn more about Fibion Research
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Learn more about Fibion Sleep and Fibion Circadian Rhythm Solutions.
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Fibion Kids - Activity tracking designed for children.
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Collect self-report physical activity data easily and cost-effectively with Mimove.
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Explore our Wearables,  Experience sampling method (ESM), Sleep,  Heart rate variability (HRV), Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity article collections for insights on related articles.
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Refer to our article "Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Measurements" for an exploration of active and sedentary lifestyle assessment methods.
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Learn about actigraphy in our guide: Exploring Actigraphy in Scientific Research: A Comprehensive Guide.
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Gain foundational ESM insights with "Introduction to Experience Sampling Method (ESM)" for a comprehensive overview.
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Explore accelerometer use in health research with our article "Measuring Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Accelerometers ".
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For an introduction to the fundamental aspects of HRV, consider revisiting our Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Variability.
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Is fun a necessary part of good physical education, or are there other, more profound experiences that might be more important for young people? Today’s episode continues exploring the meaning and value of physical education in young people’s lives.
The discussion is shaped by a critical perspective, and we ask questions about privilege, marginalized identities, and the taken-for-granted ideology of sport as promoting positive youth development.
Greg Dryer is the founder and Director of the Centre for Physical Education, Sport and Activity that sits in the School of Education at Kingston University. The Centre’s mission is to make physical education, sport, and physical activity, meaningful, relevant, and wonderful for all young people by aligning excellent teaching, research, and practice. Before moving into higher education, Greg was Head of PE at 3 large inner London schools during a 17-year teaching career. 
Away from university, Greg launched miMove in 2019. miMove is an app that allows practitioners to support young people in developing physical activity habits. It provides the data for schools to monitor the impact, review, and celebrate their work in PE and Sport. For more information go to mimoveapp.com
Greg and his team always want to collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations, as they believe this is the only route to sustained progress.
You can follow Greg on Twitter @Greg_Dryer

Amy has an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Leeds, and undertook a work placement year at BiB in 2017, working on the ‘Primary School Years’.Amy is currently a PhD Student, working with the JU:MP team and Loughborough University. Her PhD will focus on developing and implementing an intervention to increase physical activity in children and adolescents, using wearable activity trackers (such as Fitbits). Her PhD will take a mixed-methods approach (qualitative and quantitative methods) to investigate intervention impact and assess the feasibility and acceptability of the intervention within the community.
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In this episode of the Physical Activity Researcher Podcast, host Dr. Olli Tikkanen continues his engaging conversation with Dr. Elise Brown, Associate Professor of Wellness and Health Promotion at Oakland University. Dr. Brown delves into the practical aspects of prescribing resistance training for individuals with type 2 diabetes, providing invaluable insights for both researchers and practitioners.
Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of proper warm-up and cool-down routines, particularly given the musculoskeletal and cardiovascular risks associated with diabetes. She highlights the necessity of starting slowly and gradually increasing exercise intensity, tailoring programs to accommodate the reduced exercise tolerance commonly observed in individuals with type 2 diabetes. She also discusses the need for modifying exercises for those with neuropathy or higher BMIs, ensuring both safety and effectiveness.
Addressing common misconceptions, Dr. Brown suggests varying rep ranges and intensities to maintain interest and effectiveness in training programs. She advocates for prioritizing multi-joint movements over single-joint exercises to maximize time efficiency and overall benefits. Additionally, she underscores the importance of developing mastery and confidence in specific exercises to enhance adherence to resistance training programs.
Dr. Brown also explores the barriers faced by individuals with type 2 diabetes, including environmental and psychological challenges. She shares her personal experience of virtually training her father, adapting exercises to accommodate his arthritis and other comorbidities. Her approach emphasizes making the exercise experience enjoyable and motivating, highlighting the quick feedback loop that strength training provides.
Overall, this episode offers a wealth of practical advice and scientific insights into the prescription of resistance training for diabetes management, making it a must-listen for professionals in the field.
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This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | Better Sleep, Sedentary Behaviour, and Physical Activity Research with Less Hassle.
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Collect, store, and manage SB and PA data easily and remotely -
Discover ground-breaking Fibion SENS.
---
SB and PA measurements, analysis, and feedback made easy. 
Learn more about Fibion Research.
---
Learn more about Fibion Sleep and Fibion Circadian Rhythm Solutions.
---
Fibion Kids - Activity tracking designed for children.
---
Collect self-report physical activity data easily and cost-effectively with Mimove.
---
Explore our Wearables,  Experience sampling method (ESM), Sleep,  Heart rate variability (HRV), Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity article collections for insights on related articles.
---
Refer to our article "Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Measurements" for an exploration of active and sedentary lifestyle assessment methods.
---
Learn about actigraphy in our guide: Exploring Actigraphy in Scientific Research: A Comprehensive Guide.
---
Gain foundational ESM insights with "Introduction to Experience Sampling Method (ESM)" for a comprehensive overview.
---
Explore accelerometer use in health research with our article "Measuring Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Accelerometers".
---
For an introduction to the fundamental aspects of HRV, consider revisiting our Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Variability.
---
Follow the podcast on Twitter https://twitter.com/PA_Researcher
Follow host Dr Olli Tikkanen on Twitter https://twitter.com/ollitikkanen
Follow Fibion on Twitter https://twitter.com/fibion
https://www.youtube.com/@PA_Researcher

In this enlightening episode of the Physical Activity Researcher Podcast, host Dr. Olli Tikkanen engages in a detailed discussion with Dr. Elise Brown, Associate Professor of Wellness and Health Promotion at Oakland University. Dr. Brown's extensive research focuses on exercise and diabetes, with a special emphasis on resistance exercise. She shares her journey from being an enthusiastic weightlifter to a leading researcher, inspired by personal connections to type 2 diabetes.
Dr. Brown delves into her significant research findings, including the development of grip strength cut-points for assessing diabetes risk and cardiometabolic risk in various populations. She provides a comprehensive overview of how resistance training can benefit individuals with type 2 diabetes, highlighting improvements in muscle hypertrophy, functional capacity, and balance, and discussing the critical role of strength training in combating muscle wasting and enhancing insulin sensitivity.
The conversation also explores the challenges faced by underserved populations in accessing resistance training programs and the cultural shifts toward greater acceptance of muscularity among women. Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of environmental influences on resistance training behaviors and the need for quality physical education programs to instill lifelong health habits.
Looking to the future, Dr. Brown outlines the essential areas for further research, including the detailed reporting of intervention characteristics, the impact of movement speed, and the interactions between medication and resistance training. This episode is a must-listen for researchers and practitioners dedicated to advancing the understanding and implementation of resistance training in diabetes management and prevention.
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This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | Better Sleep, Sedentary Behaviour, and Physical Activity Research with Less Hassle
---
Collect, store, and manage SB and PA data easily and remotely -
Discover ground-breaking Fibion SENS
---
SB and PA measurements, analysis, and feedback made easy. 
Learn more about Fibion Research
---
Learn more about Fibion Sleep and Fibion Circadian Rhythm Solutions.
---
Fibion Kids - Activity tracking designed for children.
---
Collect self-report physical activity data easily and cost-effectively with Mimove.
---
Explore our Wearables,  Experience sampling method (ESM), Sleep,  Heart rate variability (HRV), Sedentary Behavior, and Physical Activity article collections for insights on related articles.
---
Refer to our article "Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Measurements" for an exploration of active and sedentary lifestyle assessment methods.
---
Learn about actigraphy in our guide: Exploring Actigraphy in Scientific Research: A Comprehensive Guide.
---
Gain foundational ESM insights with "Introduction to Experience Sampling Method (ESM)" for a comprehensive overview.
---
Explore accelerometer use in health research with our article "Measuring Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Accelerometers ".
---
For an introduction to the fundamental aspects of HRV, consider revisiting our Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Variability.
---
Follow the podcast on Twitter https://twitter.com/PA_Researcher
Follow host Dr Olli Tikkanen on Twitter https://twitter.com/ollitikkanen
Follow Fibion on Twitter https://twitter.com/fibion
https://www.youtube.com/@PA_Researcher