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Why Move?

Why Move?

Why Movement Matters 

Regular movement is essential to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines emphasize a balanced approach to daily activity that includes physical activity, limited sedentary time, and adequate sleep. According to the guidelines, adults aged 18–64 should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week, including muscle-strengthening activities at least twice a week. They also highlight the importance of breaking up long periods of sitting and incorporating light movement throughout the day.

Q Move aligns with these principles by creating opportunities for students to integrate movement into their daily lives in fun, flexible ways. Whether through group walks, exploring the outdoors, recreational games, and access to resources, Q Move supports students in developing sustainable habits that contribute to their overall health, resilience, and academic success.

 

Research Guiding Q Move Programs

NCHA and CCWS Surveys:

  1. National College Health Assessment (NCHA) conducted by the American College Health Association (ACHA)
  2. Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey (CCWS)

Purpose:

These surveys aimed to capture the health behaviors, attitudes, experiences, and perceptions of students across Canada. The information obtained is being used to promote student wellbeing at Queen’s University through specific programs that address common barriers faced. Learn more about the findings of these surveys: Overview of 2022 Student Health Survey Results

Campus Wellness Project (2018)

The Campus Wellness Project was launched in 2018 to facilitate a collaborative, campus-wide initiative to advance, encourage, and support a culture of wellbeing at Queen’s University.

Learn more: Campus Wellness

Okanagan Charter (2019)

The Okanagan Charter is an international Charter for Health Promoting Universities and Colleges. Queen’s University made a formal commitment to the health and wellness of students, staff, and faculty by joining universities from around the world in adopting this charter. 

Learn more: Okanagan Charter

Campus Wellbeing Framework (2020)

The goal of the Campus Wellbeing Framework is to encourage and support an inclusive culture of wellbeing that inspires and enables all who live, learn, and work at Queen’s University to thrive. This framework centers around four pillars: Culture, Belonging & Social Connection, Personal Wellbeing, and Places. These pillars inspired QMove’s active living buckets: Education, Outreach, Nature RX, and Active Fun.

Learn more: Campus Wellbeing Framework

24 Hour Movement Guidelines

The 24-Hour Movement Guidelines were developed through the joint action of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CESP), the Public Health Agency of Canada, Queen’s University, ParticipACTION, and a network of researchers and stakeholders from across Canada. The goal of these guidelines is to encourage Canadians to move for at least 150 minutes per week, reduce sedentary time to 8 hours or less, and sleep at least 7-9 hours on a regular basis. 

Learn more: 24 Hour Movement Guidelines