The FLEX study school-based physical activity programs - measurement and evaluation of implementation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Increasing children's physical activity (PA) at school is critical to obesity prevention and health promotion. Implementing novel, low-cost PA programs offers potential to contribute to children's in-school PA, particularly in resource-constrained schools. This evaluation describes implementation fidelity, reach, and dose of two PA programs in the Fueling Learning through Exercise (FLEX) Study.

Methods

Thirteen diverse, low-income Massachusetts elementary schools were recruited and randomized to the 100 Mile Club walking/running program (n = 7) or CHALK/Just Move classroom activity break PA program (n = 6). Intervention programs were delivered across two school years. Surveys with program champions/teachers and children, in-session measurement of children's PA by

SUBMITTER: Wright CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6335723 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature