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Papás Activos: Associations between Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior and Personal Networks among Fathers Living in Texas Colonias

Description
Study of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and social networks for Latino fathers living in rural Texas colonia communities on the U.S.-Mexico border. Presents data from 48 families using a community-based promotora research model, addressing physical activity effectiveness, social relationships, and physical activity measurements using accelerometers.
Author(s)
Tyler Prochnow, M. Renee Umstattd Meyer, Megan S. Patterson, et al.
Citation
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(24), 9243
Date
12/2020
Type
Document
Tagged as
Health disparities · Hispanic or Latino · Men · Physical activity · Statistics and data · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · Texas