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Diet and Physical Activity Intervention Strategies for College Students
Yannica Theda S Martinez1, Brook E Harmon2, Claudio R Nigg3
1Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences, University of Hawaii, 1955 East-West Road, AgSci 216, Honolulu, HI 96822; , yannica.martinez@gmail.com.
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 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.
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