A community-based, sport-led programme to increase physical activity in an area of deprivation: a qualitative case study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Engaging in physical activity is essential for maintaining mental and physical health but a high proportion of adults are inactive, especially in areas of socioeconomic deprivation. We evaluated a novel exercise referral scheme funded by Sport England and run by a social enterprise in an area of socioeconomic deprivation in inner London. This study aimed to examine the experiences of participants and staff and to identify barriers and facilitators of implementation and participation in this and potentially similar projects.

Methods

Thirty-five semi-structured interviews with project participants (N = 25) and staff members involved with the project (N = 10) were conducted based at one centre in London in 2017/2018. The interview schedule was informed by the Theoret

SUBMITTER: Garner-Purkis A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7322853 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature