Help Fight Freshman Weight Gain.
- Resource Type
- Article
- Authors
- Muth, Natalie Digate
- Source
- IDEA Fitness Journal; Sep2008, Vol. 5 Issue 8, p76-80, 4p
- Subject
- Language
- ISSN
- 1548419X
The article suggests solutions to assist first-year college students from gaining weight. Numerous studies have been conducted focusing on the "freshman 15" weight gain occurrence. According to the American College Health Association, only 6.9% of the students in 33 U.S. educational institutions were following the suggested daily fruit and vegetables servings. It suggests that gender-defined fitness programs should be developed to promote physical activity and exercise. It also cites the need to identify stress and emotional eating.