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This study sought to investigate the prevalence of physical inactivity and related barriers in older Brazilian adults. A cross-sectional, population-based study was conducted, and a stratified random sampling procedure was used. A total of 359 older adults were interviewed. The long version of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and the Questionnaire of Barriers to Physical Activity Practice were used to assess physical activity level and barriers, respectively. No statistically significant difference was observed on the prevalence of physical inactivity in either gender or age groups. Regarding barriers, the proportion of 9 out of 22 barriers was statistically significant between men and women. Self-reported physical inactivity/activity in older Brazilian adults continues to be a concern. Uncommonly, older males reported a higher prevalence of physical inactivity compared to their counterparts. Additionally, physical inactivity prevalence continued to increase with the aging process. Yet, personal barriers such as lack of time and poor health were strongly associated with physical inactivity. The results of this study may help health professionals and public policy makers to better address the issues related to a healthy lifestyle among older adults and promote physical activity among Brazilian older adults and in other countries with similar characteristics.

Background: Physical inactivity is a major public health concern worldwide. Leisure time is an important domain of physical activity that draws the attention of researchers due to its voluntary characteristic. Understanding the barriers that prevent individuals being engaged in leisure time physical activity should be an ongoing concern that has the potential to lead to better strategies and interventions to promote physical activity in the populations. Objectives: This study explored perceived barriers to leisure time physical activity (LTPA) in Brazilian adults living in a midsize city. Methods: A total of 1213 adults were evaluated on barriers to LTPA. LTPA was assessed using the section four of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Barriers were assessed using a list of 22 factors that prevent individuals being engaged in LTPA. Results: Women, insufficiently active men and women, and low incoming individuals reported a higher number of barriers in average compared to their counterparts. Lack of time and feeling too lazy presented the strongest association with being inactive during leisure time. Conclusions: Understanding factors related to physical inactivity can help authorities in creating strategies, and developing effective health promotion programs.

Entretanto, esses são trabalhos que tiveram como recorte particularidades da cidade, analisando seu desenvolvimento social e urbano, principalmente quando comparado com outros Municípios ou Regiões do país, através de estudos referentes ao período cafeeiro e o desenvolvimento da Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro (CPEF). Embora haja produção acadêmica referente à história social e política da cidade em sua literatura histórica, há uma lacuna quando se buscam estudos sobre o esporte na cidade em geral, ou que tratem das atividades de lazer do trabalhador rio-clarense. Esta questão se torna ainda mais significativa quando se contempla a realidade do trabalhador da Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro (CPEF) e a importância do Grêmio Recreativo dos Empregados da Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro (GRECPEF) nas atividades do tempo livre dos trabalhadores da empresa. Dessa forma, no presente artigo, objetivou-se investigar, de maneira exploratória, as relações entre a Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro (CPEF), o Grêmio Recreativo dos Empregados da Companhia Paulista de Estradas de Ferro (GRECPEF), as atividades de lazer dos