Publications by authors named "Marisa Alonso"
J Strength Cond Res
September 2008
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on the physical activity determinants among Puerto Rican women in the northeastern U.S., highlighting that most participants are college-educated and physically active.
- Active women showed significant differences in factors like annual income, community involvement, and perceptions of their neighborhoods compared to inactive women.
- Key findings suggest that financial status, community support, and exercise facilities play crucial roles in encouraging physical activity, indicating the need for culturally tailored strategies to enhance physical activity in this group.
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