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Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, PhD

Dr. Leigh Vanderloo works as the Scientific Director at ParticipACTION. She received her PhD in Health Promotion from the University of Western Ontario. She completed her Research Fellowship at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, where her research examined the association between physical activity and screen use in young children.
Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, PhD
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    Trending Health and Fitness: How to Separate Healthy From Flashy
    By Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, PhD • January 18, 2024

    Learn how to spot health and wellness fads in a sea of information competing for your attention. Learn how to navigate the online world in search of better health.
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    The Science Behind Physical Activity
    By Dr. Leigh Vanderloo, PhD • November 2, 2023

    The Scientific Director at ParticipACTION explains the benefits that come with moving your body and how to break down barriers to getting more active.
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