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Lifestyle 2
External Barriers to Exercise
| Barrier | Definition |
|---|---|
| SOCIETAL CHANGES | Reduced leisure time |
| Technology | Contributes to a physically inactive populace |
| Work | staff cutbacks, people working more hours, time spent commuting |
| Family | dual income or single parent families |
| FITNESS ENVIRONMENT | Can be an intimidating environment |
| Physical Environment | Large number of mirrors, Equipment close together |
| One Size Fits All | Limted or intimidated by group activities |
| Outcome Orientation | Unaware of psycological benefits of exercise, measurements & standards my be intimidating |
| Health & Fitness Staff | Intimidated by healthy looking staff and volunteers |