Promoting physical activity in rural girls through sports programs
Development and feasibility testing of a Boys & Girls Clubs' sports intervention to promote physical activity in rural girls: Girls PLAY
This study is creating a fun sports program just for rural girls to help them get active and enjoy physical activities, while also making sure it fits their needs and challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10993135 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test a sports intervention program specifically designed for rural girls, in collaboration with Boys & Girls Clubs. The project will unfold in three phases: development, optimization, and feasibility testing, focusing on culturally tailored strategies to encourage physical activity among girls who often face barriers to participation. By addressing issues such as competence, autonomy, and relatedness, the program seeks to enhance physical literacy and sport sampling among participants. The goal is to create an engaging and supportive environment that fosters sustained physical activity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rural girls, particularly those from Hispanic backgrounds, who are under 21 years old and may be experiencing barriers to physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not from rural areas or who are older than 21 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase physical activity levels among rural girls, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous interventions aimed at promoting physical activity in youth have shown success, but this approach is novel in its focus on rural, Hispanic girls.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Ashleigh Marie — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Ashleigh Marie
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.