Riley-Jacome Mary, Gallant Mary P, Fisher Brian D, Gotcsik Frances S, Strogatz David S
Prevention Research Center, University at Albany, School of Public Health, SUNY, One University Place, Rensselaer, NY 12144-3456, USA.
J Prim Prev. 2010 Apr;31(1-2):85-95. doi: 10.1007/s10935-010-0204-x.
The University at Albany Prevention Research Center, guided by a needs assessment in two underserved communities (one urban, one rural), initiated a pilot project that opened a public school for community walking in a rural setting. This study examined a 9-week program for potential barriers, benefits, influential factors, and the physical activity levels of program participants. Evaluation was based on daily logs, pedometer diaries, participant surveys, and focus groups. Results indicated that rural schools provide a useful resource for residents and increase participants' physical activity levels. A more comprehensive rural community walking program has been implemented as a result of these findings.
纽约州立大学奥尔巴尼分校预防研究中心，在对两个服务不足社区（一个城市社区，一个农村社区）进行需求评估的指导下，启动了一个试点项目，在农村地区开办了一所供社区散步的公立学校。本研究调查了一个为期9周的项目，涉及潜在障碍、益处、影响因素以及项目参与者的身体活动水平。评估基于每日日志、计步器记录、参与者调查和焦点小组。结果表明，农村学校为居民提供了有用资源，并提高了参与者的身体活动水平。基于这些发现，已实施了一个更全面的农村社区散步项目。
