Question

Describe two types of barriers to exercise and provide at least two ways to overcome each type of barrier.

Answer 1

Answer:

The most common reasons adults don't adopt more physically active lifestyles are cited as:

insufficient time to exercise.

inconvenience of exercise.

lack of self-motivation.

non-enjoyment of exercise.

boredom with exercise.

lack of confidence in their ability to be physically active (low self-efficacy)

Answer 2

Answer:

Identifying barriers to physical activity

It a 21-item measure assessing the following barriers to physical activity: 1) lack of time, 2) social influence, 3) lack of energy, 4) lack of willpower, 5) fear of injury, 6) lack of skill, and 7) lack of resources (eg, recreational facilities, exercise equipment).