Going Places for Physical Activity
(Going Places Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to help low-income youth become more confident in using local transportation to access community programs that boost physical activity and improve heart health over time. The program, "Going Places," includes workshops on public transit use, field trips, activities to map community resources, and promotes transportation advocacy among young people. Ideal participants are teens enrolled in the MyDurham afterschool program in Durham, NC, who can read, write, and speak English.
As an unphased trial, this study offers teens a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills and confidence in navigating their community.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems to focus on increasing physical activity and transportation skills, so it's unlikely that medication changes are required.
What prior data suggests that this intervention is safe for youth?
Initial findings suggest that the "Going Places" program is safe for participants. Research has shown that the program helps young people learn to use local transportation. It includes activities like planning safe routes, enabling kids to reach community locations for exercise.
Studies have not reported any negative effects from the program, indicating it is generally well-received and poses little to no risk to participants. With its educational workshops and field trips, the program is considered safe for teens.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
"Going Places" is unique because it tackles the issue of youth physical inactivity by providing transportation, making it easier for teens to access park-based activities. Unlike traditional approaches that may focus solely on exercise programs at schools or community centers, this intervention removes a common barrier: getting to places where physical activity happens. Researchers are excited because it could significantly increase participation in physical activities by simply providing a way for teens to get to these activities, potentially leading to better health outcomes.
What evidence suggests that the Going Places intervention is effective for increasing transportation self-efficacy among low-income youth?
Research has shown that the Going Places program, provided to participants in this trial, can increase physical activity among low-income youth. After completing the program, teens used public transit 12% more and walked or biked to school 26% more. Overall, their physical activity levels increased by 47%. Teaching young people how to use local transportation can make them more active. By boosting their confidence in navigating their surroundings, Going Places encourages youth to participate in community activities, potentially leading to better long-term health.12356
Who Is on the Research Team?
Emily D'Agostino, DPH, MS, MEd, MA
Principal Investigator
Duke University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for low-income youth who want to improve their transportation skills and physical activity. It aims to help them access community programs that can boost their health and self-confidence in getting around.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Weekly workshops on navigating transportation systems, monthly field trips, and participatory mapping activities to increase transportation self-efficacy and physical activity
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for physical activity and transportation self-efficacy using accelerometers and surveys
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Going Places
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Duke University
Lead Sponsor
Durham Parks and Recreation (Durham, NC)
Collaborator