A process evaluation of the walking in ScHools (WISH) study using the RE-AIM framework.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical inactivity in adolescents is a major public health issue. Schools are important settings for physical activity interventions. The WISH Study was a peer-led, school-based walking intervention that aimed to increase physical activity levels of adolescent girls. This study uses the RE-AIM Framework to present the process evaluation of the WISH Study with a focus on factors that affected participation, motivation, and enjoyment of the intervention.

Methods

Pupils (n589 12-14 years) were recruited from 18 schools in the border region of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In intervention schools (n9), older pupils (15-18 years) were trained as walk leaders and led pupils (12-14 years) in brisk walks (10-15 min) during the school day, across the school year (2021-22)

SUBMITTER: Carlin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11877823 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature