Helping Latina teens increase physical activity through remote programs
Primary Care Referrals to a Remotely Delivered Physical Activity Intervention for Latina Teens
This study is all about helping Latina girls get more active and have fun while doing it by using cool tools like Fitbits and social media, and it’s designed with their input to make sure it really works for them!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977986 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve physical activity levels among Latina adolescents, who currently engage in significantly less activity compared to their peers. The project involves a multi-technology intervention called Chicas Fuertes, which utilizes web platforms, Fitbits, personalized text messages, and social media to encourage active lifestyles. By collaborating with Federally Qualified Health Centers, the program seeks to provide effective counseling and referrals to enhance participation in physical activity. The intervention is designed based on feedback from youth advisory boards and aims to be scalable for broader implementation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latina adolescents aged 12 to 20 who are currently inactive or not meeting physical activity guidelines.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latina or those who are already meeting physical activity guidelines may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for Latina teens by increasing their physical activity levels and reducing obesity rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using technology-based interventions to promote physical activity, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Larsen, Britta — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Larsen, Britta
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.