A key aspect for researchers to consider when developing culturally appropriate physical
activity (PA) interventions for African American (AA) women are the specific barriers AA …

Physical inactivity is a leading cause of premature death, disability and numerous chronic
diseases. Minority and underserved populations in the United States and worldwide have a …

In the book, authors Howard Frumkin, Lawrence Frank, and Richard Jackson examine the
direct and indirect impacts of sprawl on human health and well-being, and discuss the …

Background: Environmental factors may play an important role on influencing physical
activity (PA) behaviors. Purpose: Perceptions of access and safety for PA were compared …

BACKGROUND: Little is known about the correlates of physical activity among African-
American women living in the southeastern United States. The purpose of this study was to …

Objective: We examined the cultural relevance of Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) in the
design of a physical activity intervention for African-American women. Methods: A qualitative …

As researchers categorize issues facing Black women's health, obesity and physical
exercise continue to be significant topics of debate. General interventions targeted toward …

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore perceptions and beliefs about body size,
weight, and weight loss among obese African American women in order to form a design of …

Purpose: Investigation of physical activity and related psychosocial factors reported by new
mothers. Methods: Women (N= 79) were surveyed to determine their physical activity …

The purpose of this study was to explore the relations between gendered racism (ie, the
simultaneous experience of racism and sexism) and anxiety among African American …