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"It's not time for us to sit down yet": how group exercise programs can motivate physical activity and overcome barriers in inactive older adults.

Lisa A RoyseBreanne S BakerMelissa D Warne-GriggsKristin MillerKelsey J WeitzelStephen D BallDana L Duren
Published in: International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being (2023)
Our findings add to the body of literature identifying factors that motivate and stand in the way of older adults' engagement in physical activity. These factors influence older adults' self-efficacy and should be incorporated into the design of new and existing programs to encourage initiation and maintenance of physical activity.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • body mass index
  • public health
  • systematic review
  • social media
  • high intensity