Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Cooperating researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center are determining ways in which physical activity patterns of adults in the Lower Mississippi Delta can be effectively adapted to the 2005 physical activity recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Through the use of pedometers and an educational program, delta residents will self monitor their progressive steps to meet these national recommendations. Through a successful physical activity implementation and an adapted eating pattern, anticipated results include a reduction of unhealthy weight gain and an increase in physical activity levels. For additional information, contact Dr. Peter Katzmarzyk (peter.katzmarzyk@pbrc.edu). 

Project Leader: Dr. Peter Katzmarzyk, Lead Researcher (peter.katzmarzyk@pbrc.edu) 2012 Research Personnel Included: Catherine Champagne David Harsha Stepahnie Broyles Catrine Tudor-Locke Ray Allen William Johnson Diedre Harrington Tiago Barreira Mary Afton Dawn Turner Mavis Crow Erma Levy

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