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. 2015 Dec 18;15:1253. doi: 10.1186/s12889-015-2595-3

Table 1.

Program goals, target behaviors, and behavior change techniques

Program goals Target behaviors Behavior change techniques
Make physical activity an integral and routine part of life Encourage moderate-to-vigorous physical activity Goal setting
Manage screen time Self-monitoring
Eat a healthy diet (both quality and quantity) Promote nutrient dense foods with an emphasis on vegetables, legumes, and whole grains Role modeling by others (especially parents and siblings)
Limit energy-dense foods (especially high sugar, high fat snacks) Social support
Limit sugar-sweetened beverages Problem solving
Encourage adequate sleep Feedback
Create food and activity environments to insure healthy options and behaviors are the routine, easy choice Practice proactive food, physical activity, and media parenting Positive self-talk
Structure the home environment to support healthy choices Mindfulness
Plan ahead for meals (home and restaurants)
Make time for family meals, activities, and media