Learning Objectives
Through this webinar, participants will be better able to:
- Understand the key principles of the Active Practice Charter and how integrating physical activity into routine care can enhance patient outcomes and promote healthier lifestyles.
- Identify practical examples of successful Active Practice Charter implementation, drawing inspiration from real-world cases of primary care practices that have effectively promoted physical activity among patients.
- Develop strategies to incorporate physical activity initiatives within their own practice, leveraging available resources and community partnerships, including initiatives like parkrun, to foster long-term patient engagement.
Who is it for?
- All healthcare professionals.
- Practice staff interested in gaining Active Practice Charter status.
- Healthcare professionals with an interest in lifestyle medicine.
- Those working in the physical activity sector.
Background information
The RCGP Active Practice Charter aims to empower healthcare professionals to integrate physical activity into routine patient care, addressing inactivity as a key factor in preventing and managing long-term health conditions. This webinar will provide an overview of the Charter, highlighting its importance in promoting healthier lifestyles through active interventions.
By showcasing successful examples of general practices that have embraced the Charter, the session will offer practical insights into how primary care teams can foster a culture of physical activity, improving patient outcomes and overall wellbeing for staff as well as patients.