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August 17, 2025Frontiers in PsychologyOpen Access

Barriers to and facilitators of physical activity among Saudi adults: a qualitative study

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NANaif AlbujulayaCSClare Stevinson

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Overview

Qualitative study reveals barriers and motivators affecting outdoor exercise in Saudi Arabia, suggesting targeted strategies.

Key Points

  • Barriers like poor facilities and societal discouragement hinder physical activity participation among adults.
  • A qualitative study involving 22 interviews identified motivations such as health improvement and community engagement.
  • Data was analyzed using qualitative content analysis to understand factors influencing exercise behavior.
  • Implementing targeted local and national strategies could enhance physical activity participation in Saudi Arabia.

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Albujulaya et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a35152234c60ad5c20d142https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1617255
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