Improving Access to Physical Activity: Revitalizing the Old Kona Airport Walking/Jogging Path Academic Article uri icon

abstract

  • Environmental approaches to increase access to physical activity facilities are recommended for promoting physical activity. People with easy access to recreational facilities are more likely to achieve the recommended levels of physical activity, and neighborhoods that are walkable and provide access to public parks and jogging trails are associated with higher levels of activity. Friends for Fitness, a grassroots organization in West Hawaii spearheaded a community-based planning process and intervention to revitalize the Old Kona Airport into a walking/jogging trail. Through community engagement, support from local media and businesses, and volunteers, Friends for Fitness succeeded in increasing physical activity among residents. After three years, the number of walkers utilizing the trail increased more than 20%.

published proceedings

  • Californian Journal of Health Promotion

author list (cited authors)

  • Matsuoka, C. T., Nett, B., Stromberg, H., & Maddock, J. E.

complete list of authors

  • Matsuoka, CT||Nett, B||Stromberg, H||Maddock, JE

publication date

  • 2005