Table 1 Barriers and facilitators of participation in LTPA among middle-aged adults in Nepal: an adaptation of the socio-ecological model
| Â | Individual level | Interpersonal | Environmental |
|---|---|---|---|
Barriers | • Lack of knowledge • Lack of skill • Lack of motivation • Considering oneself as sufficiently active • Screen time | • Family and household responsibilities • Lack of support • Fear of being judged | • Absence of supportive social norm • Lack of open spaces, parks and exercise facilities • Weather • Lack of safety |
Facilitators | • Health benefits • Prioritising PA | • Social support | • Availability of group activities • Public exercise facilities |