Investigating how neighborhood environments influence physical activity interventions
Are Interventions Supporting Physical ACtivity modified by the Environment (InSPACE)?
This study is looking at how the neighborhoods we live in can impact how well programs to help people get more active work for both adults and kids, so we can create better, more personalized plans that fit each community's needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10833626 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores how different neighborhood environments affect the success of interventions designed to increase physical activity among adults and youth. By analyzing over 50 physical activity intervention trials across the country, the study aims to identify specific built and social environmental factors that either facilitate or hinder individuals' ability to engage in physical activity. The goal is to tailor interventions to better fit the unique contexts of participants, ultimately improving health outcomes. Participants will be involved in trials that assess their responses to these personalized interventions based on their neighborhood characteristics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults and youth who are currently not meeting recommended physical activity levels and are seeking to improve their health.
Not a fit: Patients who are already highly active or those living in environments that do not present barriers to physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective physical activity interventions that are customized to individual neighborhood environments, improving overall health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that environmental factors can influence physical activity levels, but this approach of personalizing interventions based on specific neighborhood characteristics is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saelens, Brian E — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Saelens, Brian E
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.