Financial factors: a mixed methods survey-based study of barriers and facilitators to physical activity in type 1 diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

To identify barriers and facilitators to physical activity (PA) in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) living in the United States (U.S.) and identify sociodemographic factors related to meeting recommended PA.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional online survey study of adults with T1D aged ≥18 years recruited through online-based platforms. Quantitative questions related to exercise quantity and intensity, demographic characteristics, and exercise barriers and facilitators. Wilcoxon rank sum tests or independent t-tests were used to compare quantitative responses in individuals meeting or below target PA. Barriers and facilitators were also assessed qualitatively with open-ended questions. Logistic regression was performed to determine if the following characteristics

SUBMITTER: Anderson KC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12723763 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature