Overview
Background
James Woodforde is a lecturer in the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at The University of Queensland. His research centres on physical activity in children and young people, with a specific focus on the school setting. James’s PhD research examined physical activity in the before-school segment, drawing on a variety of data sources and engaging with school stakeholders to develop a comprehensive understanding of physical activity patterns and influences during this time of day.
Availability
- Dr James Woodforde is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Health, Sport and Physical Education, The University of Queensland
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
Research interests
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School physical activity
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Health and physical education
Works
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2021
Conference Publication
Before-school physical activity programs and youth physical activity, health and learning-related outcomes: a systematic review
Woodforde, J., Alspo, T., Salmon, J., Gomersall, S. and Stylianou, M. (2021). Before-school physical activity programs and youth physical activity, health and learning-related outcomes: a systematic review. 2021 SMA e-Conference, Online, 6 - 9 October 2021. Chatswood, NSW Australia: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2021.09.187
2018
Conference Publication
Development and validation of the school physical activity index
Stylianou, Michalis, Trost, Stewart and Woodforde, James (2018). Development and validation of the school physical activity index. 7th International Society for Physical Activity and Health Congress, London, United Kingdom, 15-17 October 2018. Champaign, IL, United States: Human Kinetics. doi: 10.1123/jpah.2018-0535
Supervision
Availability
- Dr James Woodforde is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Physical activity of children and adolescents before the start of the school day
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Sjaan Gomersall, Dr Michalis Stylianou
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Doctor Philosophy
The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Wellbeing Within Australian Secondary School Teachers
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michalis Stylianou, Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson
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