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September 16, 2025PLoS ONEOpen Access

Exploring barriers and facilitators to physical activity among children in Saudi Arabian schools: A qualitative study

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AAAbdullah AlalawiLBLindsay BlankEGElizabeth Goyder

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Overview

Qualitative study reveals influences on physical activity in schoolchildren, suggesting multi-dimensional interventions for improvement.

Key Points

  • Findings indicate that physical activity is impacted by multiple factors including enjoyment and academic pressures.
  • Qualitative data were gathered from interviews with 16 school staff, 7 parents, and workshops with 37 male students.
  • Thematic analysis of interviews highlighted both interpersonal influences and school-related factors affecting physical activity.
  • Supporting a multi-dimensional approach could enhance public health outcomes and youth well-being in Saudi Arabia.

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Alalawi et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d42336713b0b5dfea6b8d8https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0329600
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