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Jul, 2016;3 (4): 336-347.

Diet and Physical Activity Intervention Strategies for College Students.

Yannica Theda S Martinez, Brook E Harmon, Claudio R Nigg, Erin O Bantum, Shaila Strayhorn
Author Information
  1. Yannica Theda S Martinez: Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, University of Hawaii, 1955 East-West Road, AgSci 216, Honolulu, HI 96822; , yannica.martinez@gmail.com.
  2. Brook E Harmon: Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, 200 Robison Hall, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152, bharmon1@memphis.edu,.
  3. Claudio R Nigg: Office of Public Health Studies, University of Hawaii, 1960 East-West Road, BioMed C-105A, Honolulu, HI 96822; , cnigg@hawaii.edu.
  4. Erin O Bantum: Cancer Prevention and Control Department, University of Hawaii Cancer Center, 701 Ilalo Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813; , ebantum@cc.hawaii.edu.
  5. Shaila Strayhorn: Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, 214 Robison Hall, School of Public Health, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152; , sstryhrn@memphis.edu.
PMID: 28480225 DOI: 10.14485/HBPR.3.4.5

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To understand perceived barriers of a diverse sample of college students and 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 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.

Keywords

exercise multiethnic nutrition young adults

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Grants

  1. R25 CA090956/NCI NIH HHS
Journal Article

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