Walking or bicycling to school (ie, active commuting) has shown promise for improving physical activity and preventing obesity in youth. The objectives of this paper are to examine, among US youth, whether active commuting was inversely associated with adiposity and positively associated with moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA). 

The significance of this study is to gain a better understanding of adolescent perceptions to explain the role physical activity plays on academic achievement. The intent is to provide additional insight into improving educational and community programs and policies to increase physical activity among adolescents.

This study examined associations of fitness and fatness with cognitive processes, academic achievement, and behavior, independent of demographic factors, at the baseline of an exercise trial.

Key Takeaway: Single, short bouts of moderately-intense exercise like walking can improve cognitive control and attention in children.

The aim of this cross-sectional study is to examine the associations between active commuting to school and cognitive performance in adolescents in five cities (Granada, Madrid, Murcia, Santander, and Zaragoza) in Spain.

This paper investigates pedestrian exposure to traffic emissions at the Marylebone Road–Gloucester Place intersection in central London, taking a particular interest in the peak exposures occurring within minutes.

The objective of this study is to examine the relationship between measured traffic density near the homes of children and attained body mass index (BMI) over an eight-year follow up.

The goal of this study was to understand the correlations between traffic variables and air pollutant concentrations at an inner city school site.

The White House Task Force on Childhood Obesity has set a goal of increasing walking and biking to school by 50% within 5 years. Meeting the goal requires a detailed understanding of the current patterns of school travel.

Walking school buses are popping up everywhere, but have you seen or heard of a bike train?

The child active transportation literature has focused on walking, with little attention to risk associated with increased traffic exposure. This paper reviews the literature related to built environment correlates of pedestrian injury in children together, to broaden the current conceptualization of walkability to include injury prevention.

These videos highlight a few communities and schools in Arkansas who have successfully used joint use agreements. 

Hear from presenters with a wealth of expertise working in low-income communities.

This webinar provides an opportunity to learn more from the experiences of local organizations implementing Safe Routes to School in low-income communities.

This cross-sectional study examined the associations between active commuting to school and cognitive performance in adolescents in 5 cities in Spain.

This joint use agreement chronicles the commitent that Seattle Parks and Recreation and Seattle School District No.1 have to ensure all public facilities and grounds, either owned  by Parks or District, shall benefit and be used by Seattle children, adults, and families to the maximum extent possible. 

• This study describes relationships between travel for different transportation modes and aspects of the built environment. These relationships can be used to forecast changes in driving, walking, or transit use and estimate impacts of policy changes that influence the built environment on greenhouse gas emissions and health.

It is commonly accepted that school liability has increased over the past several years, especially in the area of tort liability. 

This webinar is meant for volunteers and professionals interested in Safe Routes to School implementation.