Thailand National Physical Activity Promotional and Action Plans for Children and Youth: Development and Implementation Challenges

Thailand national PA promotional and action plans for children and youth were specifically developed to address the low levels of PA among this population. Key challenges identified for successful implementation include fostering a positive mindset toward PA, establishing a national coordinating body, and integrating plans into the national system. Sharing the contents of these plans, their development processes, and implementation challenges with the international research community offers valuable insights and lessons learned for other countries seeking to advance the promotion of PA among children and youth worldwide.

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Journal of Physical Activity and Health
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2025-08-22
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https://doi.org/10.1123/jpah.2025-0083
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Physical Activity and Health
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Abstract

Thailand national PA promotional and action plans for children and youth were specifically developed to address the low levels of PA among this population. Key challenges identified for successful implementation include fostering a positive mindset toward PA, establishing a national coordinating body, and integrating plans into the national system. Sharing the contents of these plans, their development processes, and implementation challenges with the international research community offers valuable insights and lessons learned for other countries seeking to advance the promotion of PA among children and youth worldwide.

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Ministry of Public Health (TH), Siriraj Hospital (TH), Mahidol University (TH), Field Foundation (US), Chandrakasem Rajabhat University (TH), Walailak University (TH)
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