Parks & Physical activity self-report survey

The partners of the Built Environment/Physical Activity Project, developed a self-report survey to determine how the built environment influences physical activity.  The purpose of the survey is to measure adult attitudes, barriers, and facilitators regarding park utilization.  Self-report surveys are administered in the three communities: Houston East End, Barrett Station & Cloverleaf Community. 

The self-report survey consists of four sections:

1. Use of the targeted park & trails

2. Other parks and trails within the community

3. Physical Activity and exercise habits

4. Your health. 

The self-report survey was translated into Spanish; a back translation into English was completed as recommended by the scientific literature.  Pilot tests of both English and Spanish versions were conducted among community members.  A pilot test protocol was developed in order to maintain consistency throughout the process.  Self-report surveys are to be conducted among adults residents of the three communities.  The Built Environment/Physical Activity Project Coordinator with student interns and community health workers are identifying sites within the communities to administer the survey.