Diet and Physical Activity Intervention Strategies for College Students

Martinez, Yannica Theda S.; Harmon, Brook E.; Nigg, Claudio R.; Bantum, Erin O.; Strayhorn, Shaila (2016). Diet and Physical Activity Intervention Strategies for College Students. Health behavior and policy review, 3(4), pp. 336-347. Paris Scholar Publishing 10.14485/HBPR.3.4.5

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Objectives: To understand perceived barriers in a diverse sample of college students and solicit their suggestions for interventions aimed at healthy eating, cooking and physical activity. Methods: Forty students (33% Asian American, 30% mixed ethnicity) were recruited. Six focus groups were audio-recorded, transcribed, and coded. Coding began with a priori codes, but allowed for additional codes to emerge. Analysis of questionnaires on participants' dietary and physical activity practices and behaviors provided context for qualitative findings. Results: Barriers included time, cost, facility quality, and intimidation. Tailoring towards a college student's lifestyle, inclusion of hands-on skill building, and online support and resources were suggested strategies. Conclusions: Findings provide direction for diet and physical activity interventions and policies aimed at college students.

Item Type:

Journal Article (Original Article)

Division/Institute:

07 Faculty of Human Sciences > Institute of Sport Science (ISPW)

UniBE Contributor:

Nigg, Claudio Renato

Subjects:

700 Arts > 790 Sports, games & entertainment

ISSN:

2326-4403

Publisher:

Paris Scholar Publishing

Language:

English

Submitter:

Claudio Renato Nigg

Date Deposited:

02 May 2024 08:38

Last Modified:

01 Jul 2024 16:13

Publisher DOI:

10.14485/HBPR.3.4.5

PubMed ID:

28480225

URI:

https://boris.unibe.ch/id/eprint/193305

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