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"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
Suggested Citation:
"Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief." National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
doi: 10.17226/29312.
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Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief
2025
Obesity remains one of the most pressing public health challenges in the U.S., contributing to increased risks of chronic disease, mobility limitations, and health care costs. While physical activity is widely recognized as a cornerstone to prevent and treat obesity, questions remain about effective ways to integrate movement into clinical care and daily life - particularly in light of new obesity management medications, evolving technology, and diverse individual needs.
The National Academies' Roundtable on Obesity Solutions convened a workshop in July 2025 which explored physical activity not only as a mechanism for weight management but also as a critical component of holistic health and well-being. The workshop also examined the effectiveness of physical activity across prevention and treatment settings; integrating physical activity into clinical, community, and policy frameworks; and the influence of emerging technologies on obesity care. This Proceedings of a Workshop-In Brief summarizes discussions and presentations from the workshop.
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Exploring the Role of Physical Activity in Obesity Treatment, Body Weight Management, and Related Health Outcomes in Adults: Proceedings of a Workshop - in Brief. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.
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