Urban youths’ experiences and perceptions of a community cycling initiative

Auteur(s) et Affiliation(s)

HOFFMAN, M.F.

Dept. of Kinesiology, Temple Univ., Philadelphia, Etats-Unis

HAYES, S.

Centre for Obesity Research and Education, Temple Univ., Philadelphia, Etats-Unis

NAPOLITANO, M.A.

Dept. of Kinesiology, Temple Univ., Philadelphia, Etats-Unis

Description :
This study examines qualitatively urban youths’ experiences in and perceptions of a community cycling initiative (Earn-A-Bike) delivered in Philadelphia, PA, by a local non-profit, Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW). Five themes are derived from the qualitative analysis, comprising benefits of cycling, barriers to cycling, cycling knowledge, support from family and friends, and self efficacy. Earn-A-Bike is well accepted by urban youth, who reported positive perceptions and intentions to continue cycling after the conclusion of the programme.

Type de document :
Article de périodique

Source :
Urban studies (Harlow), issn : 0042-0980, 2014, vol. 51, n°. 2, p. 300-318, nombre de pages : 19, Références bibliographiques : 3 p.

Date :
2014

Editeur :
Pays édition : Royaume-Uni, Harlow, Longman Group

Langue :
Anglais