Director, Lifestyle Medicine and Health Research Centre, Avondale University Cooranbong, New South Wales, Australia
Parachutes, while life-saving, are not without notable problems—problems that, interestingly, parallel those faced in implementing Lifestyle Medicine. Firstly, despite their effectiveness, parachutes are difficult to validate through the most robust research methodologies. Secondly, parachutes are ineffective if they are not large enough. Thirdly, parachutes require ongoing maintenance. And finally, parachutes must be deployed to be life-saving. In this presentation, we will critically examine these “problems” with parachutes and explore how they provide valuable lessons for enhancing the implementation, effectiveness, and sustained impact of Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
Learning Objectives:
List key design features that enhance engagement and effectiveness in Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
Describe target populations and delivery channels most conducive to the successful integration and scalability of Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
Demonstrate practical strategies for implementing Lifestyle Medicine programs effectively in various real-world settings.
