Yannica Theda S Martinez1, Brook E Harmon2, Claudio R Nigg3, Erin O Bantum4, Shaila Strayhorn5. 1. 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. 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. Office of Public Health Studies, University of Hawaii, 1960 East-West Road, BioMed C-105A, Honolulu, HI 96822; , cnigg@hawaii.edu. 4. Cancer Prevention and Control Department, University of Hawaii Cancer Center, 701 Ilalo Street, Honolulu, HI, 96813; , ebantum@cc.hawaii.edu. 5. 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.
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 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.
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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exercise; multiethnic; nutrition; young adults
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