Youth Obesity Questionnaire

Adapted from 4H Common Measures ("Get Fit 4 Life")




How old are you?

What grade are you in?

How often do you:

Never Sometimes Usually Always
Do moderate physical activities like walking, helping around the house, raking, or using the stairs
Exercise 30-60 minutes every day
Stretch to warm up before starting to exercise

Indicate whether you agree or disagree:

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly disagree
Being active is fun
Being active is good for me
Physical activity will help me stay fit
It is important for me to have a balanced diet
It is important for me to eat a healthy diet
It is important for me to make healthy food choices
I eat fruits and vegetables
I eat whole grains
I eat less junk food
I drink more water
I encourage my family to eat meals together

In the past 7 days, how many days were you active 60 minutes or more (increased heart rate)?

1 day
2 days
3 days
4 days
5 days
6 days
7 days

How many hours do you watch TV on a normal school day?

I do not watch TV on an average school day
Less than 1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
5 hours or more

How many hours do you use a computer, smart phone or tablet on a normal school day?

I do not use a computer, smart phone or tablet on school days unless related to school work
Less than 1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
4 hours
5 hours or more