Barriers and facilitators to physical activity among informal carers: a systematic review of international literature

Lindsay, Rosie K.; Vseteckova, Jitka; Horne, Joanna; Smith, Lee; Trott, Mike; Lappe, Joseph De; Soysal, Pinar; Pizzol, Damiano and Kentzer, Nichola (2023). Barriers and facilitators to physical activity among informal carers: a systematic review of international literature. International Journal of Care and Caring pp. 1–29.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1332/239788221X16746510534114

Abstract

Physical activity is beneficial for overall health; however, informal carers may have lower levels of physical activity than non-carers. The primary aim of this systematic review was to identify barriers and facilitators to physical activity from the perspective of carers internationally, excluding the UK. The study found that barriers to physical activity include lack of time, fatigue, lack of motivation and lack of support. Facilitators of physical activity include health and well-being as a motivator, using physical activity as a coping mechanism, and social support. Participating with the care recipient and care duties were both barriers and facilitators depending on the study or participant.

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