Thomas Richards

Promoting PA should never be a "nice to have" in policy budgets -> "499.2 million new cases of preventable major NCDs would occur globally by 2030 if the prevalence of physical inactivity does not change..." @paamovewithus #activepeople @fiona_bull thelancet.com/journals/langl…

Every fitness professional has unique career needs 📝 That's why this year, The HFA Show is offering eight specialized education tracks, allowing attendees to customize their learning experience. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q02Z6GJC0

Today is National Rural Health Day. One way we could support our rural communities is by providing funding opportunities for sidewalks, streetlights, parks, and other aspects of a connected built environment that make it easier to be active. #ActivePeople

People living in #rural areas are more likely than urban residents to be affected by chronic diseases. On National Rural Health Day, learn about health disparities in rural America. bit.ly/4fE8EPj #NationalRuralHealthDay

This Thanksgiving: Please remember that a walk outside with someone you care about is one of the greatest things you can do for your physical and mental health and for the other person(s) @PAAmovewithUS #activepeople @walkwithadoc

Fantastic to see the new Sports Science and Performance Center at @LakeshoreFound making an immediate impact on the critically underfunded field of sports research for Adapted Athletics. einpresswire.com/article/760346…

"This deeper connection to my community and a focus on the actual connection and relationship with my patients has cured my professional burnout and I truly believe it helps my patients with their health outcomes." - Jessica Newman, Walk Leader in NC

If you missed our latest #webinar, check out the full video to hear from our panelists, who provide insights on the complexities of navigating global waters in professional registrations and #portability. #USREPS youtube.com/watch?v=MTZP3E…

In honor of National Rural Health Day, we share the recording from our latest webinar: Rural Physical Activity, An Active Roadmap: Best Practices in Rural Mobility @SmartGrowthUSA youtu.be/vaoLhzNqS6I?fe… #ruralhealth #physicalactivity #activepeople

Tomorrow is Veterans Day in the U.S. We salute all who have served. Share in the comments how your facility works with veterans in your community: special programming, discounts, hiring initiatives, services. #VeteransDay #health #wellness #fitness #MilitaryWellness

Check out Move To Live More Podcast: Empowering Americans to Lead Physically Active Lives! Featuring: PAA President, Dr. Amy Bantham as well as Dr. Katrina Piercy & Rachel Fisher Senior Advisor to the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition. movetolivemore.com/podcast/empowe…

Check out this week's newsletter as Dr. David Sabgir shares answers to some frequently asked questions in the world of #Cardiology: walkwithadoc.org/2023/11/balloo…

More than two-thirds of U.S. active duty service members are within the overweight or obese ranges of the body mass index, report finds. Just another reason the health and fitness industry is essential. bit.ly/48WbsV5 #health #wellness #fitness #MilitaryReadiness

Regular physical activity can help improve your overall quality of life so you can be there for those most important to you. Find out how to get physically active: bit.ly/3Q18OX9 #ActivePeople

Did you know that regular physical activity can help reduce your chance several types of cancer? Many of our Walk with a Doc groups will be discussing #breastcancer prevention and screening at their next walk. Find your group and see 100 reasons to walk at walkwithadoc.org

September 27th is National Women’s Health and Fitness Day! Check out these women-specific resources from @HealthGov on how to stay active and healthy #MoveWithUS #PhysicalActivity #ActivePeople #WomensHealthAndFitnessDay

@WellnessParadox @griffin_barriss @MovetoLiveMore Thank you for your unwavering support and incredible contributions to make the event a huge success!

Huge shout out to the PAA staff Ayanna McKnight, @richardsthomas, and @griffin_barriss for organizing this event. Tremendous props to PAA president (and good friend) @MovetoLiveMore for MC-ing the event. A big thank you to Erin Wentzell and the APTA for being such gracious hosts

At the risk of sounding hyperbolic, last Thursday might have been one of the most important days in physical activity policy and advocacy in our nation’s history; when the @PAAmovewithUS hosted its first symposium at the @APTAtweets Center in Washington, DC.

We spend up to 30% of our lives at work, making it a great environment for promoting #PhysicalActivity Check out how @MassDPH's "Working on Wellness" program supported @TownofFairhaven to ⬆️ PA opportunities before, during, & after work! #ActivePeople mawow.org/wp-content/upl…

Physical activity can help decrease anxiety and depression. We need the PHIT Act introduced in Congress. Tell your legislators to co-sponsor the PHIT Act. Send this pre-written message to gain their support: bit.ly/3qObflw #PassPHIT #health #wellness #fitness