Examination of Relationship Between Policy Strength and Physical Activity Practices in Arizona Public Elementary Schools

• In Event: Fairmont Roundtable Session Eleven
  In Roundtable Session: Research on Physical Education Students and Policy (Table 18)

Abstract

Background: Evidence is lacking on how different levels of policies influence comprehensive school physical activity (PA). Accordingly, the purpose of this study was to determine whether PA-related policies would predict reported recess, physical education, and other PA practices at the school, district, and state level in Arizona. Methods: Based on 130 school personnel's responses to the Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program Practices and Policies Questionnaire, a bivariate correlation and series of linear regression analyses were performed. Results: The implementation of PA-related policies were associated with an increase in respective practices in Arizona while controlling for demographic factors. Conclusion: Each state may benefit from research of this kind in order to better understand PA practices and promote children's health.

Authors

• Kahyun Nam, Arizona State University
  Presenting Author

• Marissa Schulke, Arizona State University
  Non-Presenting Author

• Kylie Wilson, Arizona State University
  Non-Presenting Author

• Pamela H. Kulinna, Arizona State University
  Presenting Author

• Allison Poulos, Arizona State University
  Non-Presenting Author