scholarly journals Perceived facilitators and barriers to physical activity for rural youth: an exploratory study using photovoice

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saagar Walia ◽  
Beverly Leipert
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Rural Youth ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

scholarly journals Correlates, facilitators and barriers of physical activity among primary care patients with prediabetes in Singapore – a mixed methods approach

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond Boon Tar Lim ◽  
Wei Keong Wee ◽  
Wei Chek For ◽  
Jayalakshmy Aarthi Ananthanarayanan ◽  
Ying Hua Soh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Peer Influence ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary Care Patients ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

Abstract Background Primary care patients with prediabetes is a priority group in the clinical, organisational and policy contexts. Engaging in regular physical activity is crucial to prevent diabetes for this group. The objectives of the study were to assess factors associated with meeting the recommendation of at least 150 min of moderate/vigorous physical activity weekly, and to explore facilitators and barriers related to the behaviour among primary care patients with prediabetes in Singapore. Methods This was a mixed methods study, consisting of a cross-sectional survey involving 433 participants from 8 polyclinics, and in-depth interviews with 48 of them. Adjusted prevalence ratios (aPR) were obtained by mixed effects Poisson regression model. The socio-ecological model (SEM) was applied, and thematic analysis performed. Results The prevalence of meeting the recommendation was 65.8%. This was positively associated with being male (aPR 1.21, 95%CI 1.09–1.34), living in 4–5 room public housing (aPR 1.19, 95%CI 1.07–1.31), living in executive flat/private housing (aPR 1.26, 95%CI 1.06–1.50), having family members/friends to exercise with (aPR 1.57, 95%CI 1.38–1.78); and negatively associated with a personal history of osteoarthritis (aPR 0.75, 95%CI 0.59–0.96), as well as time spent sitting or reclining daily (aPR 0.96, 95%CI 0.94–0.98). The recurrent themes for not meeting the recommendation included lacking companionship from family members/friends, medical conditions hindering physical activity (particularly osteoarthritis), lacking knowledge/skills to exercise properly, “no time” to exercise and barriers pertaining to exercise facilities in the neighbourhood. The recurrent themes for meeting the recommendation included family/peer influence, health/well-being concerns and education by healthcare professionals. Conclusions Much more remains to be done to promote physical activity among primary care patients with prediabetes in Singapore. Participants reported facilitators and barriers to physical activity at different levels of the SEM. Apart from the individual and interpersonal levels, practitioners and policy makers need to work together to address the organisational, community and policy barriers to physical activity.

scholarly journals Exploring the Facilitators and Barriers to Physical Activity in Older People With Sight Loss

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy E. Burton ◽  
Louise Clancy ◽  
Lisa Cowap
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older People ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Sight Loss ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults ◽  
Inductive Thematic Analysis ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

This study aimed to explore facilitators and barriers to physical activity in older people with sight loss. Focus groups were conducted with 13 community-dwelling older adults with sight loss ranging from poor to completely blind. Transcripts were analyzed using an inductive thematic analysis. Facilitators and barriers are experienced in three ways: psychologically; through opportunity and access; and at a societal and policy level. Campaigns are needed to challenge unhelpful age-related stereotypes at both psychological and societal levels. Additionally, interventions grounded in evidence and theory should be trialled and evaluated for increasing physical activity in this population.

scholarly journals Facilitators and Barriers to Physical Activity and Sport Participation Experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Adults: A Mixed Method Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (18) ◽  
pp. 9893
Author(s):  
Bridget Allen ◽  
Karla Canuto ◽  
John Robert Evans ◽  
Ebony Lewis ◽  
Josephine Gwynn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Torres Strait Islander ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Physical Activity Participation ◽  
Local Context ◽  
Activity Participation ◽  
Policy Program ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers ◽  
Torres Strait ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

Physical activity has cultural significance and population health benefits. However, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults may experience challenges in participating in physical activity. This mixed methods systematic review aimed to synthetize existing evidence on facilitators and barriers for physical activity participation experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults in Australia. The Joanna Briggs Institute methodology was used. A systematic search was undertaken of 11 databases and 14 grey literature websites during 2020. The included studies reported physical activity facilitators and barriers experienced by Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander participants aged 18+ years, living in the community. Twenty-seven studies met the inclusion criteria. Sixty-two facilitators were identified: 23 individual, 18 interpersonal, 8 community/environmental and 13 policy/program facilitators. Additionally, 63 barriers were identified: 21 individual, 17 interpersonal, 15 community/environmental and 10 policy/program barriers. Prominent facilitators included support from family, friends, and program staff, and opportunities to connect with community or culture. Prominent barriers included a lack of transport, financial constraints, lack of time, and competing work, family or cultural commitments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults experience multiple facilitators and barriers to physical activity participation. Strategies to increase participation should seek to enhance facilitators and address barriers, collaboratively with communities, with consideration to the local context.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Experiences of People with Multiple Sclerosis during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Disabilities ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-55
Author(s):  
Alanna Koopmans ◽  
Chelsea Pelletier
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Outdoor Recreation ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Activity Spaces ◽  
Physical Activity Policy ◽  
Facilitators And Barriers ◽  
Fear And Anxiety ◽  
Variable Support ◽  
Barriers To Physical Activity

During the COVID-19 pandemic, government and health officials introduced measures such as social distancing and facility closures that amplified barriers to physical activity. Certain groups, including people with multiple sclerosis (MS), have been underserved during the pandemic. In this qualitative study we aimed to: (1) explore the physical activity experiences of people with MS during the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) identify the facilitators and barriers to physical activity during COVID-19 for people with MS; and (3) make recommendations for inclusive physical activity policy and programming. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 11 adults (9 women) with MS during January and February 2021. Following an inductive thematic analysis, three themes were developed: (1) changing opportunities and adapting to new opportunities; (2) social isolation and physical activity; and (3) adapting physical activity to stay safe from COVID-19. Common facilitators identified included having knowledge and resources to adapt activities, social connections, and access to outdoor recreation opportunities. Identified barriers included fear and anxiety related to the spread of the virus, a loss of in-person activity options, and the closure of physical activity spaces. Online and at-home opportunities for physical activity were a valued and accessible way to address barriers to physical activity for people with MS, and should be maintained post-pandemic while considering flexibility to accommodate variable support needs.

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