20th Annual Student Research Conference
Human Potential and Performance
Assessing the Knowledge of Nutrition and Exercise in Students K-12 to Help Create an Effective Wellness Strategy
Sara E. Mayer
Prof. Pamela Gardner, Faculty Mentor
The purpose of this study is to analyze data collected from a rural northern Missouri school district to evaluate the knowledge level and choices their students make regarding diet and exercise. Quantitative descriptive level research was utilized in this study, and the exercise aspect will be explored. Two surveys were created based on age appropriateness. The first questionnaire addressed students in kindergarten through fifth grade, and the second was developed for grades sixth through twelfth. The responses varied based on the developmental level of each student. According to the results, approximately 88.3% of students understood the importance of exercise, but when asked which activity they would chose to do if they had 30 minutes of spare time only 31.4% chose a physical activity. These statistics indicate a need for behavior modification as opposed to an increased knowledge base regarding the concept of exercise.
Keywords: knowledge, choice, pediatrics, exercise
Topic(s):Nursing
Presentation Type: Oral Paper
Session: 36-4
Location: VH 1000
Time: 2:00 pm