Exercise and Health-Related Quality of Life
A section of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601).
Section Information
The section “Exercise and Health-Related Quality of Life” within the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (IJERPH) is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge on the intersection of exercise, physical activity, sport or sedentarism (as environment-related human behaviour), and their impact on health-related quality of life, health promotion, and disease prevention both at the individual and especially population levels. This section aims to bridge the gap between disciplines, fostering a transdisciplinary approach integrating biological, social, environmental, and behavioural determinants of health. The primary objectives of this section are to 1) explore the intricate relationship between exercise and health-related quality of life; 2) determine how natural, built, occupational, digital, and social environments influence physiological responses, long-term adaptations, and effectiveness of exercise interventions or physical activity promotion, and finally how these factors contribute to an individual’s overall quality of life; 3) understand the impact of socio-cultural and behavioural factors on exercise and physical activity participation from a health perspective; and 4) assess the role of exercise in promoting physical, mental, and social well-being across diverse populations and settings. We welcome original articles, reviews and meta-analyses, and short communications addressing public health-relevant aspects of physical activity, exercise, sedentary behaviour, and lifestyle interventions, including community-based programs, population-level strategies, and policy-related implications. We encourage submissions that delve into the multifaceted aspects of how various forms of physical activity (e.g., occupational physical activity and sports) impact not only physical or physiological health but also mental, emotional, and social well-being.
Keywords and Focus
- Best practices in sports medicine
- Injury prevention and quality of life
- Sport and exercise physiology
- Exercise and mental health
- Health benefits of physical activity and exercise
- Behavioural aspects of exercise
- Physical activity promotion
- Sedentary behaviour
- Community health
- Lifestyle interventions
- Health-related quality of life
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Association of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior with Older Adults’ Health (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Physical Activity and Its Association with Health in University Students (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Public Health Implications of Sleep and Physical Activity on Mental Health Across the Lifespan (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Adherence to Physical Activity and Its Role in Health Promotion (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- How Much Exercise Is Enough? The Role of Physical Activity or Exercise in the Prevention and Treatment of Noncommunicable Diseases (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Exercise and Fatigue: A Public Health Approach to the Exacerbation of Post-Exertional Malaise (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- The Current Research Trends on Public Mental Health in Sports and Exercise Settings (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Scaling Up Physical Activity Interventions in the Prevention of Chronic Diseases (Deadline: 31 October 2026)
- Sports Injuries: Epidemiology, Assessment, Prevention and Rehabilitation (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- Physical Activity, Body–Mind Training and Well-Being in Community Settings (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- The Role of Physical Activity in Healthy Aging and Chronic Disease Prevention (Deadline: 30 December 2026)
- Long-Distance Running for Sport and Public Health: Advances in Methods, Technologies, and Applications (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Sport and Exercise Psychology: Mental Health in Athletes and Exercisers (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Optimizing Exercise Interventions for Cardiovascular Health: From Prescription to Personalization (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- From Classroom to Playground: Multilevel Interventions to Promote Youth Physical Activity (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Social Determinants of Physical Activity and Health Disparities in Chronic Disease Prevention, Management and Health Promotion (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Prevention and Treatment of Sport Injuries and Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Public Health Policies to Promote Physical Activity Among People with Disabilities and Clinical Conditions (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Rehabilitation Through Physical Activity and Sport: A Public Health Perspective to Reduce Ableism (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Potentialities of Artificial Intelligence in Physical Exercise as a Health Promotion Tool (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Novel Exercise and Nutrition Interventions for Better Ageing and Preventing Metabolic Conditions (Deadline: 16 January 2027)
- Healthy Child, Healthy Adult—Children’s Nutrition and Physical Activity as a Public Health Concern (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Integrating Digital Health and Sports Science for Physical Well-Being (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Exercise Technologies in the Promotion of Physical Activity (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Community-Based Physical Activity Interventions for Health and Well-Being (Deadline: 31 March 2027)
- Exercise and Active Living in Diverse Environments for Health Promotion (Deadline: 31 March 2027)
- Physical and Mental Health in Childhood and Adolescence: Building Foundation for Healthy Living (Deadline: 31 March 2027)
- The Impact of Physical Activity on Mental Health and Well-Being (Deadline: 30 April 2027)
- The Effects of Physical Exercise on Musculoskeletal and Cardiorespiratory Health (Deadline: 30 April 2027)
- Exercise and Functional Training for Health Promotion and Rehabilitation (Deadline: 1 May 2027)
- Effects of Exercise and Physical Activity in Cancer (Deadline: 31 May 2027)
- Health Effects of Physical Activity and Exercise in People at Risk for Cardiovascular Diseases (Deadline: 30 June 2027)
- Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior Across the Life Course: The Emerging Role of Artificial Intelligence (Deadline: 30 September 2027)
