Environmental Characteristics Related to Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program Implementation

European Journal of Environment and Public Health

Hannah G. Calvert¹  Jungyun Hwang²  Elizabeth Glowacki²  Ashley Phelps³  Darla Castelli³  Russell L. Carson⁴ 

[1] Boise State University, USA;Northeastern University, USA;The University of Texas at Austin, 2109 San Jacinto Blvd, 78712 Austin, USA;University of Northern Colorado, USA

关键词: school environment;    physical activity;    active transportation;    school administration;   

DOI  :  10.20897/ejeph/92007

学科分类：地球科学(综合)

来源: Lectito Journals

【 摘 要 】

This study examined environmental characteristics including demographic variables, facilities, and perceived support as contributors of Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) implementation. Physical education teachers (N=306) from public, private, and other schools participated. The state of residence was the only demographic characteristic that predicted CSPAP implementation. Bike racks and total facilities were significant among facility predictors. Supportive administration and administrator’s modeling physical activity (PA) also significantly contributed to CSPAP implementation. CSPAP implementation was highly associated with specific environmental characteristics that promote PA. These findings suggest that changes can be made to the school environment to facilitate PA opportunities.

【 授权许可】

CC BY