title: Exploring the feasibility of implementing a pedometer-based physical activity program in primary school settings: a case study of 10,000 steps.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  The school environment provides an ideal setting for physical activity programs. The aim of the current research was to explore the feasibility and appropriateness of implementing program resources from an adult pedometer-based physical activity program (10,000 Steps) into the primary school environment.
  
  
  METHODS
  10,000 Steps resources were implemented in three primary schools as a pilot study. Qualitative evaluation of the pilot study included semi-structured interviews with teachers and focus groups with students.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Four major themes were identified regarding implementation enablers: pedometers; curriculum inclusion; 10,000 Steps challenges and resources; and motivation and enthusiasm.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  To achieve a suitable and successful implementation, the 10,000 Steps program and resources need to be adapted for school settings so as to optimise teacher load and curriculum inclusion, and enhance adaptability or flexibility of programs and resources.
authors.affiliation: Centre for Physical Activity Studies, Institute for Health and Social Science Research, CQUniversity, Queensland. cally1@ualberta.ca
authors.forename: Cally
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Davies
authors.forename: Mitch J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Duncan
authors.forename: Corneel
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Vandelanotte
authors.forename: Stephanie
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Hall
authors.forename: Kelly
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Corry
authors.forename: Cindy
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Hooker
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003479:Curriculum; D015444:Exercise; D005260:Female; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009042:Motivation; D010865:Pilot Projects; D036301:Qualitative Research; D012572:School Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration; D012574:Schools / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016138:Walking