Applying intervention mapping to develop a program for promoting short physical activity breaks during class time in upper secondary schools: the MOVE12 protocol study

Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 6

Опубликована: Янв. 13, 2025

Physical inactivity is a global health challenge, exacerbated by increased screen time and sedentary behaviors. Enhancing physical activity levels at schools offers promising approach to promote lifelong healthy habits. This protocol paper outlines the MOVE12 pilot study, 12-week intervention study designed increase among Norwegian upper secondary school students through 6-7-min daily MOVE-breaks integrated into lessons. Developed using six-phase Intervention Mapping (IM) protocol, grounded in social-ecological model self-determination theory, focuses on fostering motivation creating supportive environment. Key steps include needs assessment, performance objectives, theoretical methods, program structuring for sustainability. Linear mixed models, t-tests, regression analyses will evaluate quantitative outcomes, while qualitative focus groups explore engagement behavior change. provides insights scalable school-based interventions addressing inactivity, highlighting potential of IM framework establish sustainable promotion strategies.

Язык: Английский

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“I Really Want to Decide”: Norwegian and Estonian Primary and Secondary School Pupils' Participation in Decision‐Making in School‐Based Physical Activity

Children & Society, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025

ABSTRACT This study explores how Norwegian and Estonian primary secondary school pupils experienced participation in decision‐making within the context of school‐based physical activity. A sample thirty‐eight pupils, aged ten to fifteen years, participated nine focus groups. Drawing on Hart's ladder combined with Braun Clarke's reflexive thematic analysis, analysis presents five themes. Findings revealed a discrepancy between expressed their views activity they perceived teachers' response these expressions. It is suggested that future programmes should enable all co‐decide participate fully.

Язык: Английский

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Knowing your audience: A narrative review of culturally tailored health programs for youth

Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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The new normal for children’s physical activity and screen viewing: a multi-perspective qualitative analysis of behaviours a year after the COVID-19 lockdowns in the UK

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 23(1)

Опубликована: Июль 27, 2023

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted children’s physical activity. Recent evidence indicated accelerometer-measured activity levels have, on average, returned to near pre-pandemic in 2022, though sedentary behaviour remains higher. However, insufficient among children continues be a critical public health issue the UK, with only 41% meeting guidelines. This study aimed provide in-depth analysis of how has shaped patterns beyond short-term periods following lockdowns and identify new challenges engaging Methods One-to-one interviews parents ( n = 22), school staff 9), six focus groups aged 10–11 years 45) were conducted between February July 2022. Topics explored changes patterns, including screen-viewing, factors influencing any changes. framework method was used for analysis. Results Five themes generated. Theme 1 described residual lockdown habits, increased screen-viewing within home, while activities outside home continued feel less spontaneous. 2 highlighted an interrupted development social, emotional, skills compared what would expected pre-pandemic. coincided 3 which reflected mental families, creating complex barriers A normal child evoked 4, greater dependence structured organised activities. 5 that girls lower socio-economic position may especially at risk decreased Conclusions There is characterised by activities, such as active clubs, unstructured spontaneous play. While this suit many children, from households face participating normal. It important affordable equitable opportunities are provided all prevent inequalities.

Язык: Английский

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Effectiveness of the Walking in ScHools (WISH) Study, a peer-led walking intervention for adolescent girls: results of a cluster randomised controlled trial

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 21(1)

Опубликована: Фев. 19, 2024

Abstract Background Most adolescent girls fail to meet current physical activity guidelines. Physical behaviours track from childhood into adulthood and providing with opportunities be physically active may have health benefits beyond childhood. The effects of walking interventions on adult cardiometabolic are known, however less is understood about the potential promote in adolescents. Following Walking In ScHools (WISH) feasibility study, this definitive trial aimed evaluate effectiveness a novel, low-cost, school-based intervention at increasing levels (aged 12–14 years). Methods Female pupils were recruited eighteen schools across border region Ireland Northern Ireland. ( n = 9), aged 15–18 years, trained as walk leaders, led younger 10–15 min walks before school, break lunch recess. All took place school grounds encouraged participate many possible each week. primary outcome measure was accelerometer determined total (counts per minutes, cpm). Results total, 589 study. At baseline, engaged median (interquartile range (IQR)) 35.7 (21.2) mins moderate-vigorous (MVPA) day only 12% 66) participants met guidelines (60 MVPA day). delivered for mean (standard deviation (SD)) 19.9 ± 0.97 weeks. post-intervention group 676 cpm 710 control group. Post-intervention did not statistically differ between groups when adjusted age, body mass index z-scores baseline (mean difference, -33.5, 95% CI -21.2 88.1; p 0.213). Conclusions ‘Scaling-up’ challenging despite promising results fully powered suggest that context, WISH increase device measured activity. Since COVID-19 pandemic, environments changed although enjoyed programme, attendance low, indicating there need better understand how implement within schools. Trial registration ISRCTN; ISRCTN12847782; Registered 2nd July 2019.

Язык: Английский

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Rethinking Schools as a Setting for Physical Activity Promotion in the 21st Century–a Position Paper of the Working Group of the 2PASS 4Health Project

Quest, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 76(3), С. 269 - 288

Опубликована: Март 21, 2024

Schools are ideal settings to promote adolescent physical activity (PA), yet school-based interventions have shown limited long-term impact. This position paper presents key issues surrounding PA interventions. Collaborative conceptual thinking drawing on multi-author expertise and available evidence advanced our understanding opinion. Key arguments: 1) the adoption of a systems approach, which maximizes partnership action leverages policy, is crucial for complexities implementing whole-school programs; 2) reorientation an assets perspective optimizes existing strengths resources allowing greater emphasis full range physical, cognitive, emotional social benefits that provides, 3) move beyond traditional positivist research designs advance knowledge what works better, whom in context needed progress We provide suggestions, specifically advocating approaches, as realistic way improve how we support schools future.

Язык: Английский

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The influence of health-promoting schools on the students’ active and sedentary behaviour

Psychology Society & Education, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 17(1), С. 1 - 10

Опубликована: Янв. 31, 2025

Physical inactivity and levels of sedentary behaviour among students are associated with health problems, schools one the institutions greatest potential for promoting healthy habits. The aim this study was to compare physical activity in a sample schoolchildren according gender, educational stage, belonging (or not) an Active school. A total 727 participated (50.3% girls; Mage = 12.8). Two questionnaires were used: Activity Questionnaire assess Young Leisure Sedentary Behaviour time. results show that, regardless school type: a) vast majority did not comply guidelines, b) boys spent more time screen than girls, c) decreased increased as progressed through stage. However, while there no differences type, who belong those did. These findings call into question effectiveness strategy promote reduce by eliminating gender stage differences. There is need improve intervention approaches holistically active lifestyles from childhood.

Язык: Английский

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Physical activity interventions in European primary schools: a scoping review to create a framework for the design of tailored interventions in European countries

Frontiers in Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12

Опубликована: Фев. 8, 2024

Introduction Schools provide a unique environment to facilitate physical activity for children. However, many school-based interventions have not been effective. We propose new approach, which allows schools tailor their specific context. This scoping review aimed identify intervention components from previous form the basis of tailored approach in European setting. Methods Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines conducting reviews were followed. studies at increasing children aged 7–11 years published English since 2015 included. Databases searched Ovid Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, Web Science Social Sciences Citation Index, ERIC and British Education Index. Data was extracted on components, context-related factors (geographical location, school size, child socioeconomic status ethnicity), feasibility, acceptability cost-effectiveness. A data-driven framework developed summarize identified components. Results 79 articles included, constituting 45 studies. 177 synthesized into 60 component types across 11 opportunities: six within day, three extended day two wider environment. Interventions most frequently targeted education (21%), active outdoor learning (16%), breaks (15%), school-level environmewnt (12%). Of 41% delivered by staff, 31% research team, 24% external organizations. Only 19% reported geographical location only 10% size. Participant ethnicity information 15% 25%, respectively. Intervention 51% studies, feasibility 49%, cost effectiveness 2%. Discussion offers first step developing future help develop context-specific, interventions. there lack reporting contextual included making it difficult understand role Future should seek measure report factors, better important aspects context activity.

Язык: Английский

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Implementation Outcomes and Recommendations of Two Physical Activity Interventions: Results from the Danish ACTIVE SCHOOL Feasibility Study

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 22(1), С. 67 - 67

Опубликована: Янв. 7, 2025

Physical activity (PA) should be an essential part of all children's lives, as it can promote physical and mental health, enhance general well-being, positively impact learning outcomes. Schools offer ideal setting to encourage during the school day, nearly children attend school. However, schools present a complex environment for implementing PA, sedentary behavior is common in classroom teaching. This study explores feasibility two types school-based interventions: one based on research exercise cognition (Run, Jump & Fun) another grounded embodied (Move Learn). Run, Fun conceptualized extra non-curricular implemented into day while Move Learn integrated curricular time. The 8-week involved third-grade students their teachers from seven schools, with educational strategies applied support adoption. Quantitative qualitative data were collected before, during, after period. results indicated that both interventions feasible implement, leading series recommendations further refinement. These guide development future PA inspire other researchers assess improve implementation strategies.

Язык: Английский

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School‐Based Physical Activity Program Implementation Is Enhanced With Support From Community‐Based Partners

Journal of School Health, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 12, 2025

ABSTRACT Background School‐based physical activity (PA) programs are an equitable, evidence‐based approach to combat health and PA disparities. This study examined factors associated with implementation of BE Physically Active 2Day (BEPA 2.0), a K‐5 school‐based program, how support from Cooperative Extension via Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP‐Ed) partners influenced implementation. Methods Teachers in schools receiving BEPA 2.0 trainings were surveyed about program use 3–6 months post‐training. Descriptive chi‐square analyses conducted evaluate the relationships between (e.g., training, support, barriers) delivery. Logistic regression was used summarize odds delivery related factors. Findings Responses returned by 355 teachers. The among trained respondents 2.64 (1.22, 5.47) times untrained respondents. Most implementors (72.4%) provided activities 1–2 times/week. More frequent (≥ 3 times/week) [OR = 2.43 (1.27, 4.73)] fewer barriers reported those who received SNAP‐Ed ( p 0.01). Implications for School Health Policy, Practice, Equity partnerships should be considered when implementing strategies increase opportunities vulnerable youth. Conclusions High teachers enhanced partner support.

Язык: Английский

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