Perceived Barriers of Young Adults for Participation in Physical Activity

Anjali, Anjali; Sabharwal, Manisha

doi:10.12944/crnfsj.6.2.18

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“…The finding on busy lifestyle collaborates that of Doegah et al [5]; Seguin et al [14]; Ashton et al [13]; Musaiger et al [22]; Ashton et al [21]; Anjali et al [25] where busy lifestyles/lack of time/ time constraint were obstructing physical activity. These are students who indicated much study workload with minimal free time at hand and are also constraint with time since they are regularly conveyed from one campus to another for lectures/interim assessments (observational).…”

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Promoting healthy lifestyles among nurse trainees: Perceptions on enablers and barriers to dietary and physical activity behaviours

Doegah

Acquah

2022

PLoS ONE

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Introduction Promoting healthy lifestyles is important to protect against obesity and non-communicable diseases. However, there is a lack of understanding of the enablers and barriers to healthy lifestyles (dietary and physical activity) among pre-service nursing trainees in Ghana. This study therefore aims to examine the perceived practice, enablers and barriers in adopting healthy dietary and physical activity behaviours. Materials and methods Cross-sectional qualitative, one-on-one in-depth interviews with a semi-structured guide were conducted with 16 nursing trainees (public health nursing) (aged: 18–25 years) in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Health and Allied Sciences. Participants were selected based on body mass index (underweight, normal, over-weight, and obesity) classification of the world health organization. The interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed. Data analysis was manually carried out. Results Enablers and barriers were grouped into levels of individual (intrapersonal), social environment, physical environment, and university factors based on ecological model initially formulated by Bronfenbrenner’s. Enablers to healthy dietary behaviour were self-discipline, dietary knowledge, social support, and access/availability. Enablers related to physical activity mentioned were body image, social support, and the existence of student societies. Barriers to healthy dietary behaviour included upbringing, preference, accessibility, safety/appearance, and studies/lectures. Barriers mentioned in relation to physical activity include a busy lifestyle, inadequate feeding, studies/academic activity, student societies, upbringing, and social support. Conclusion A program to support healthy lifestyles for nursing trainees is needed. Specifically, in terms of developing and implementing interventions to overcome barriers and promote facilitators to adopt healthy dietary and physical activity behaviours whilst in training.

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Promoting healthy lifestyles among nurse trainees: Perceptions on enablers and barriers to dietary and physical activity behaviours

Doegah

Acquah

2022

PLoS ONE

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“…The World Health Organization (WHO) now recommends 150–300 min of moderate to vigorous aerobic physical activity (MVPA) for adults aged 18–64 [5]. Some of the most common reasons for inactivity among adults are an unsupportive social and physical environment [6, 7] and lack of time [8]. Adults in urban areas spend almost 77% of their waking time being inactive at work or otherwise, leaving little time for exercise [9, 10].…”

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confidence: 99%

Effect of workplace physical activity interventions on the cardio-metabolic health of working adults: systematic review and meta-analysis

Mulchandani

Chandrasekaran

Shivashankar

et al. 2019

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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BackgroundAdults in urban areas spend almost 77% of their waking time being inactive at workplaces, which leaves little time for physical activity. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to synthesize evidence for the effect of workplace physical activity interventions on the cardio-metabolic health markers (body weight, waist circumference, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, lipids and blood glucose) among working adults.MethodsAll experimental studies up to March 2018, reporting cardio-metabolic worksite intervention outcomes among adult employees were identified from PUBMED, EMBASE, COCHRANE CENTRAL, CINAHL and PsycINFO. The Cochrane Risk of Bias tool was used to assess bias in studies. All studies were assessed qualitatively and meta-analysis was done where possible. Forest plots were generated for pooled estimates of each study outcome.ResultsA total of 33 studies met the eligibility criteria and 24 were included in the meta-analysis. Multi-component workplace interventions significantly reduced body weight (16 studies; mean diff: − 2.61 kg, 95% CI: − 3.89 to − 1.33) BMI (19 studies, mean diff: − 0.42 kg/m2, 95% CI: − 0.69 to − 0.15) and waist circumference (13 studies; mean diff: − 1.92 cm, 95% CI: − 3.25 to − 0.60). Reduction in blood pressure, lipids and blood glucose was not statistically significant.ConclusionsWorkplace interventions significantly reduced body weight, BMI and waist circumference. Non-significant results for biochemical markers could be due to them being secondary outcomes in most studies. Intervention acceptability and adherence, follow-up duration and exploring non-RCT designs are factors that need attention in future research.Prospero registration number: CRD42018094436.

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“…In the case of university students, the most commonly reported barriers were personal, social and environmental factors such as time constraints, tiredness, stress, family control, or safety issues [21].…”

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Influence of the Perception of Barriers in Practice of PA in Adolescents: Explanatory Model

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Background: Sedentarism is an important risk factor for non-communicable diseases. To avoid it, it is necessary to establish the barriers which influence a low level of practice of Physical Activity. Methods: This study, conducted with 833 students, aims to describe a model to explain the barriers determining the level of practice of Physical Activity in adolescents according to age, school year, BMI and gender. The inclusion of the analyzed barriers followed the tetra-factorial model: Body image/physical and social anxiety; Tiredness/laziness; Responsibilities/lack of time and Environment/facilities. Results: The barriers to Physical Activity in adolescents are fatigue and sloth, and temporary obligations. The barrier that least influences the practice of Physical Activity is the environment and body image. It is determined that the subjects with the lowest Physical Activity index were those with a high fatigue and laziness score and higher age. The level of physical activity of this population is medium (95% CI, 2.8274–2.9418). Conclusions: It is necessary to overcome tiredness or apathy towards the practice of Physical Activity, especially in those under 16 years of age.

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Perceived Barriers of Young Adults for Participation in Physical Activity

Cited by 48 publications

References 12 publications

Promoting healthy lifestyles among nurse trainees: Perceptions on enablers and barriers to dietary and physical activity behaviours

Promoting healthy lifestyles among nurse trainees: Perceptions on enablers and barriers to dietary and physical activity behaviours

Effect of workplace physical activity interventions on the cardio-metabolic health of working adults: systematic review and meta-analysis

Influence of the Perception of Barriers in Practice of PA in Adolescents: Explanatory Model

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