A description of physical activity behaviors, barriers, and motivators in stroke survivors in Quebec

Objectives: To determine the personal and social factors perceived to influence physical activity levels in stroke survivors. Data sources: Four electronic databases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, PubMed and Embase) were searched from inception to November 2020, including reference and citation list searches. Study selection: The initial search yielded 1499 papers, with 14 included in the review. Included articles were peer-reviewed, qualitative studies, reporting on the perceived factors influencing physical activity levels of independently mobile community-dwelling adults, greater than 3 months post stroke. Data extraction: Data extracted included location, study aim, design, participant and recruitment information and how data were collected and analysed. Data synthesis: Thematic analysis was undertaken to identify meanings and patterns, generate codes and develop themes. Five main themes were identified: (i) Social networks are important influencers of physical activity; (ii) Participation in meaningful activities rather than ‘exercise’ is important; (iii) Self-efficacy promotes physical activity and physical activity enhances self-efficacy; (iv) Pre-stroke identity related to physical activity influences post-stroke physical activity; and (v) Formal programmes are important for those with low self-efficacy or a sedentary pre-stroke identity. Conclusions: Physical activity levels in stroke survivors are influenced by social activities and support, pre-stroke identity, self-efficacy levels and completion of activities that are meaningful to stroke survivors.

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Stroke survivors with the same levels of exercise as healthy individuals have lower levels of physical activity

Neurological Sciences ◽

10.1007/s10072-021-05578-4 ◽

2022 ◽

Author(s):

Ananda Jacqueline Ferreira ◽

Larissa Tavares Aguiar ◽

Júlia Caetano Martins ◽

Christina Danielli Coelho de Morais Faria

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Stroke Survivors ◽

Healthy Individuals

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Indigenous research methodologies: decolonizing the Australian sports sciences

Health Promotion International ◽

10.1093/heapro/day076 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 34 (6) ◽

pp. 1231-1240 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Tuguy Esgin ◽

Deborah Hersh ◽

Kevin Rowley ◽

John Gilroy ◽

Robert U Newton

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Community Involvement ◽

Standpoint Theory ◽

Indigenous Research ◽

Participatory Action ◽

Interclass Correlation ◽

Excellent Internal Consistency ◽

Indigenous Research Methodologies ◽

Barriers And Motivators ◽

Sports Sciences

Abstract To design a questionnaire that would determine an Indigenous individual’s perceptions of the barriers and motivators to aerobic and anabolic exercise with a series of questions designed to elicit the factors that impact uptake and retention of regular physical activity. For this purpose, a questionnaire was designed to capture information relating to motivators and barriers, traditional physical activities, preferred exercise environments, exercise goals and levels of commitment to physical activity. This article does not report the results of the questionnaire itself but the preparation that was required in order to develop it. Indigenous standpoint theory. Participatory Action Research. A series of consultation meetings were arranged between the first author, a Noongar Aboriginal researcher, with a range of people from the same Noongar community as the author to discuss priorities and develop questions. The drafted questionnaire was shaped with continuous Noongar community feedback to ensure the language, length and appropriateness of questions. Questionnaire reliability was assessed using interclass correlation. Most questions had excellent internal consistency. A consensus was reached on the utility of the questionnaire. The personal contacts of the first author and nature of community involvement in the development of this questionnaire were helpful in assuring that it would be an acceptable tool for the Noongar community. The piloting of the questionnaire was also important in confirming its community acceptability. This article provides a model and suggestions for researching physical activity and exercise in a culturally safe manner.

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Activity monitors for increasing physical activity in adult stroke survivors

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews ◽

10.1002/14651858.cd012543 ◽

2017 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Elizabeth A Lynch ◽

Karen Borschmann ◽

Michele L Callisaya ◽

Natalie A Fini ◽

Heidi Janssen ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Stroke Survivors ◽

Activity Monitors

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Barriers and Motivators of Physical Activity Participation in Middle-Aged and Older Adults—A Systematic Review

Journal of Aging and Physical Activity ◽

10.1123/japa.2018-0343 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 27 (6) ◽

pp. 929-944 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Karl Spiteri ◽

David Broom ◽

Amira Hassan Bekhet ◽

John Xerri de Caro ◽

Bob Laventure ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Older Adults ◽

Social Influences ◽

Age Groups ◽

Middle Aged ◽

Quantitative Studies ◽

The Difference ◽

Middle Aged Adults ◽

Health Promotion Interventions ◽

Barriers And Motivators

Identifying the difference in the barriers and motivators between middle-aged and older adults could contribute toward the development of age-specific health promotion interventions. The aim of this review was to synthesize the literature on the barriers and motivators for physical activity in middle-aged (50–64 years) and older (65–70 years) adults. This review examined qualitative and quantitative studies using the theoretical domain framework as the guiding theory. The search generated 9,400 results from seven databases, and 55 articles meeting the inclusion criteria were included. The results indicate that the barriers are comparable across the two age groups, with environmental factors and resources being the most commonly identified barriers. In older adults, social influences, reinforcement, and assistance in managing change were the most identified motivators. In middle-aged adults, goal-setting, the belief that an activity will be beneficial, and social influences were identified as the most important motivators. These findings can be used by professionals to encourage engagement with and adherence to physical activity.

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Perceptions, Opinions, Beliefs, and Attitudes About Physical Activity and Exercise in Urban-Community-Residing Older Adults

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health ◽

10.1177/2150132720924137 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

pp. 215013272092413

Author(s):

Elgloria A. Harrison ◽

Lillie Monroe Lord ◽

Elmira Asongwed ◽

Phronie Jackson ◽

Tiffany Johnson-Largent ◽

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Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Older Adults ◽

Urban Community ◽

Well Being ◽

Washington Dc ◽

Policy Makers ◽

Physical Activity And Exercise ◽

Major Factors ◽

Barriers And Motivators ◽

Beliefs And Attitudes

Background: This research study illustrates the perceptions, opinions, beliefs, and attitudes of older adults residing in an urban community as major factors to understanding barriers and motivators in older African Americans, Hispanics, and Asians adults within Washington, DC. Methods: Eight focus group sessions conducted with 58 older adults to determine their understanding of physical activity and exercise, as well as of barriers to, motivators for, and benefits of physical activity and exercise. Results: The results showed that dance was the preferred physical activity and exercise, fixed or limited income were the main barriers, and prolonged life, more energy, and a stronger body were the main benefits. Conclusion: The results will assist in recommendations to policy makers on programs for older adults that will increase physical activity and exercise for local citizens. These interventions are more likely to increase older adults’ ability to remain in their communities and improve their overall health and well-being.

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