Identifying barriers to physical activity participation and engagement among college students in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia): gender differences in perceived barriers

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Cross-sectional analysis identifies gender differences in perceived barriers to physical activity in Riyadh, suggesting targeted interventions.

Significant gender differences in perceived barriers were observed, particularly affecting personal safety and social support.
Harassment, body image issues, and lack of role models emerged as critical obstacles to physical activity engagement among female students.
The cross-sectional study utilized a validated questionnaire to assess barriers across nine domains in 437 college students.
Addressing environmental influences, personal safety, and role model support may enhance participation in physical activity among students.

Prieto-González et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional analysis identifies gender differences in perceived barriers to physical activity in Riyadh, suggesting targeted interventions.

Significant gender differences in perceived barriers were observed, particularly affecting personal safety and social support.
Harassment, body image issues, and lack of role models emerged as critical obstacles to physical activity engagement among female students.
The cross-sectional study utilized a validated questionnaire to assess barriers across nine domains in 437 college students.
Addressing environmental influences, personal safety, and role model support may enhance participation in physical activity among students.

Prieto-González et al. (2025) studied this question.

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