Oral

National data indicate that racial/ethnic minorities are at an increased risk of chronic disease, as well as for low levels of physical activity which is a primary chronic disease risk factor. Thus, programs to improve physical activity are a viable strategy to help reduce health disparities among youth and adults. This session will highlight 4 projects aimed at promoting physical activity to some of the most vulnerable populations. Attendees will learn about the challenges and successes of physical activity intervention and evaluation approaches which can be incorporated into their work.

Session Objectives: 1. Identify enablers and barriers to implementing physical activity interventions in low income, urban settings. 2. Recognize factors associated with the successful utilization of the promotores model to promote physical activity to Latinos/Latinas. 3. Describe innovative evaluation procedures for physical activity programs targeting racial/ethnic minorities. 4. Identify supplemental environmental and policy strategies to promote physical activity in underserved communities.

CE Credits: CME, Health Education (CHES), Nursing