Abstract
Healthy weight loss is a growing concern in an increasingly sedentary world. This study explored the effectiveness of the implementation of physical activity changes in the lives of three overweight mother daughter pairs from a rural area in Virginia. The intervention was over a six-week period. The physical activity intervention focused on the promotion of safe walking and fitness.
Highlights
IntroductionMost youth do not meet the recommendations for physical activity (Kann, 2018) and most adults are completely sedentary (Pleis & Lucas, 2009; Tucker et al, 2011)
There has been a dramatic rise in the prevalence of youth and adult obesity in the United States
The current research goal was to examine the effectiveness of a six-week family intervention targeting physical activity among mother and daughter pairs suffering from obesity/overweight
Summary
Most youth do not meet the recommendations for physical activity (Kann, 2018) and most adults are completely sedentary (Pleis & Lucas, 2009; Tucker et al, 2011). The similar patterns of obesity/overweight and unhealthy behaviors among adults and youth are often observed within families. Evidence suggests a strong parental influence on child weight and lifestyle. Parents have a direct impact on their child’s weight status (Golan & Crow, 2004) and obesity-related behaviors (Faith et al, 2012; Golan & Crow, 2004). Parental support predicts the physical activity levels of their child (Hinkley et al, 2008). The current research goal was to examine the effectiveness of a six-week family intervention targeting physical activity among mother and daughter pairs suffering from obesity/overweight
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