Exploring the acceptability of engaging in physical activity amongst older adults living in socioeconomically deprived areas after the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Older adults from lower socioeconomic status (SES) groups have lower physical activity levels compared to those from higher SES groups. During the COVID-19 pandemic, these disparities in physical activity persisted, or even widened in the UK and other high-income countries. This qualitative study investigated the views of older adults residing in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation, around the acceptability of engaging in physical activity in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews with 16 older adults living in areas with high levels of socioeconomic deprivation in Manchester, UK were conducted. Most participants (n = 12) were not meeting physical activity guidelines. An inductive reflexive thematic analysis was undertaken.<

SUBMITTER: Harris D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12574018 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature