BARRIERS PERCEIVED TO THE PRACTICE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE NORTHEAST BRAZIL

Abstract

In this study, we aimed at assessing the main type of physical activity practised during leisure and the perceived barriers regarding such practice. In order to do so, we were based on the socio-demographic indicators in academicians of a Physical Education course in the north-eastern Brazil. To do so, was performed a cross-sectional study including 105 university student of a physical education course. The main physical activity practised was the collective sports for both genera. As limiting factors to the practice of physical activities, the barriers regarding unseasonable weather, overwork, and familiar and study duties were predominant. The collective sports were the most practised and the barriers of such practice were from situations.

Keywords: Leisure - Students - Physical Activity - Perceived Barriers