Table 2 Physical activity barriers (n = 10,992)
What are the main things that stop you from participating in sport and physical activity? | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
I’m not active enough | ||
Yes | 801 | 7.3 |
No | 10,191 | 92.7 |
Time | ||
Yes | 4,507 | 41 |
No | 6,485 | 59 |
Being active is not a priority for me | ||
Yes | 139 | 1.3 |
No | 10,853 | 98.7 |
I’m not the sporty type | ||
Yes | 917 | 8.3 |
No | 10,075 | 91.7 |
My health is not good enough (n = 10,395) | ||
Yes | 320 | 2.9 |
No | 10,075 | 97.1 |
I have a long-term illness or disability | ||
Yes | 274 | 2.5 |
No | 10,718 | 97.5 |
I’m too overweight | ||
Yes | 441 | 4 |
No | 10,551 | 96 |
I’m too old | ||
Yes | 131 | 1.2 |
No | 10,861 | 98.8 |
I’m not motivated | ||
Yes | 1,656 | 15.1 |
No | 9,336 | 84.9 |
I can’t be bothered | ||
Yes | 879 | 8 |
No | 10,113 | 92 |
There is no-one to do it with | ||
Yes | 1,024 | 9.3 |
No | 9,968 | 90.7 |
Cost | ||
Yes | 968 | 8.8 |
No | 10,024 | 91.2 |
There are no suitable facilities | ||
Yes | 304 | 2.8 |
No | 10,688 | 97.2 |
There are no suitable clubs or classes | ||
Yes | 387 | 3.5 |
No | 10,605 | 96.5 |
I’ve got young children to look after | ||
Yes | 1,438 | 13.1 |
No | 9,554 | 86.9 |
I might get injured or damage my health | ||
Yes | 259 | 2.4 |
No | 10,733 | 97.6 |
Other* | ||
Yes | 617 | 5.6 |
No | 10,375 | 94.4 |