Table 1.

Semistructured Interview Guide.

Domain and questions
General health beliefs What disease or illness do you think is the leading cause of death for Hispanic males in the United States?
Weight management and health outcomes What role do you think weight management plays in the likelihood of getting chronic illness such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease? What health actions or steps can men take to reduce their likelihood of getting chronic illness? Would you be interested in participating in weight management programs targeting diet and exercise behaviors? Why or why not?
Diet/nutrition and health What role do you think diet/nutrition plays in weight management and protecting one against developing chronic illnesses such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease? What foods might prevent someone or protect someone against developing chronic illness? Which traditional foods do you consider to be “healthy”? On average, Hispanic men eat less than the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. The media, doctors, and health professionals have explanations for this but we are interested in your thoughts. Why do you think Hispanic men do not eat more fresh fruits and vegetables? In general, what influences your food choices?
Exercise and health What role do you think exercise plays in weight management and protecting one against developing chronic illnesses such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease? What types of exercise may prevent someone from developing chronic illness? On average, Hispanic men engage in less health-promoting physical activity in their leisure or free time compared with non-Hispanic Whites. The media, doctors, and health professionals have explanations for this but we are interested in your thoughts. Why do you think Hispanic men engage in less health-promoting physical activity or exercise than non-Hispanic Whites? In general, what influences Hispanic men to engage in regular exercise?
Barriers of weight management What gets in the way of making healthy food choices for Hispanic men? What gets in the way of exercise for Hispanic men?
Motivators of weight management What makes Hispanic men want to exercise? What makes Hispanic men want to eat healthy? What would help you make healthier food choices?
Tailoring programs How do you think Hispanic males should be recruited for weight management programs? Should diet/nutrition/physical activity information be related to cultural norms of Hispanic males? Why of why not? If you were in a weight management program, would you be willing to record the foods you eat every day? Why or why not? Use of mobile health technology Would you be willing to consider using wearable technology in order to measure and record your level of daily physical activity/beverage intake? Why or why not? What are some benefits/barriers to using this device throughout your day at work/home/other? Would it motivate you to be more physically active/to make better food choices?