Sara L Tamers1, Jennifer Allen2, May Yang3, Anne Stoddard3, Amy Harley4, Glorian Sorensen2. 1. Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA stamers@post.harvard.edu. 2. Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA. 3. New England Research Institutes, Inc., Watertown, MA, USA. 4. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, WI, USA.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To explore relationships between concerns and physical activity and body mass index (BMI) among a racially/ethnically diverse low-income population. METHOD: A cross-sectional survey documented behavioral risks among racially/ethnically diverse low-income residents in the Boston area (2005-2009). Multivariable logistic regressions were conducted in 2012 for each concern, using SAS version 9.2. RESULTS: Those very/moderately concerned about weight were more likely to have higher BMIs, be in the preparation/action stage, received behavioral counseling, participated in a weight management program, and be interested in participating in one in the future. Those very/moderately concerned about physical activity were more likely to have higher BMIs, received behavioral counseling, and participated in a physical activity program. CONCLUSION: Individuals with elevated BMIs or low levels of physical activity are concerned. While level of concern is important, these findings suggest that it is not likely to be a sufficient catalyst to behavior change.
OBJECTIVE: To explore relationships between concerns and physical activity and body mass index (BMI) among a racially/ethnically diverse low-income population. METHOD: A cross-sectional survey documented behavioral risks among racially/ethnically diverse low-income residents in the Boston area (2005-2009). Multivariable logistic regressions were conducted in 2012 for each concern, using SAS version 9.2. RESULTS: Those very/moderately concerned about weight were more likely to have higher BMIs, be in the preparation/action stage, received behavioral counseling, participated in a weight management program, and be interested in participating in one in the future. Those very/moderately concerned about physical activity were more likely to have higher BMIs, received behavioral counseling, and participated in a physical activity program. CONCLUSION: Individuals with elevated BMIs or low levels of physical activity are concerned. While level of concern is important, these findings suggest that it is not likely to be a sufficient catalyst to behavior change.
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