Exploring cancer survivors' experiences in a group-based walking program before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Physical activity (PA) can help reduce side effects related to cancer whilst promoting quality of life. This qualitative study explored cancer survivors' experiences in an 8-week group-based walking program with behavioural support that was delivered within the community to highlight factors central to successful adoption and sustainability of such programs.

Methods

Eleven cancer survivors who took part in the program before (n = 7) or during (n = 4) the COVID-19 pandemic were interviewed and asked to discuss their PA behaviour, motivation to join and complete the program, and experienced benefits and barriers, as well as offer feedback that could be incorporated into future programs. Interview transcripts were thematically analysed using a hybrid deductive-inductive

SUBMITTER: Price J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8426160 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature