Examining the Influence of Family-Child/Family-Member Physical Activity Engagement on Current Physical Activity Levels Among US College Students

Danielle Setzer

Family support for Physical Activity (PA) during adolescence is essential, but understandings of how this tracks into young adulthood is limited, which this study addressed. Methods: A volunteer sample of college students reported current PA levels and family PA (FPA).Results: Among participants (n=113), no differences were noted for current PA by FPA, nor was there a significant relationship between FPA and activity level. Discussion: Future research should identify underlying factors associated with PA engagement among college students.

Major: 
Kinesiology
Exhibition Category: 
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Melissa Bopp
Poster Number: 
139