Physical activity guideline adherence among Canadian immigrant youth: A qualitative exploratory study
Abstract
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Community organizations:
1) William Lutsky Family YMCA
2) Crystal Kids Youth Centre
3) Metro Athletics Edmonton
4) Mother Margaret Mary High School
5) True Blue Swim School
6) Edmonton Youth Basketball Association
7) Kate Chegwin School
8) Mill Woods Recreation Centre
Future research / gaps identified: Qualitative data from a small sample cannot be generalized to the wider population of Albertan immigrant youth.
Key recommendations:
1) Increase accessibility to physical activities for immigrant youth
2) Increase education on the importance and benefits of physical activity.
3) Promote mentorship for immigrant youth in physical activity, exercise and sports.
Integration timeline: not defined
Key findings:
1) Multiple barriers to CSEP guideline adherence included low familiarity with physical activity, inaccessibility, finances, and competing responsibilities
2) Low adherence level to CSEP guidelines indicated significant under-adherence that was worsened by the pandemic
Key populations: immigrant youth in Edmonton, AB
Location: Edmonton, AB
Open access: Yes
