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Physical Activity Evaluation Handbook

Physical Activity Evaluation HandbookPDF file (PDF-575K)
This CDC resource outlines the six basic steps of program evaluation and illustrates each step with physical activity program examples. Appendices provide information about physical activity indicators, practical case studies, and additional evaluation resources.

Also available as a 508-accessible version for the sight and hearing impaired audiencePDF file (PDF-3.9Mb).

For hard copies of the handbook, send your requests to

Mailing Address:

Physical Activity Evaluation Handbook
Nutrition and Physical Activity Program,
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
4770 Buford Highway, NE MS/K-46
Atlanta, GA 30341-3717

Phone: 800-232-4636 (800-CDC-INFO)
E-mail: cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Fax: (770) 488-6000

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Page last reviewed: May 22, 2007
Page last updated: May 22, 2007
Content Source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion