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Physical Activity (PA) is considered a coadjutant factor in the control of hypertension, helping
to control this societal burden. This study investigates the factors that may influence the adoption of PA
recommendations by hypertensive individuals by comparing physical activity patterns among hypertensives
and normotensives and the importance placed on PA by both groups. Data from 966 Portuguese participants
aged between 18 to 90 years old, representing hypertensives (n=144) and normotensives (n=822) were collected
using a face-to-face questionnaire. The results show significant differences between the two groups in
terms of causes of non-participation and dropping out, preferred PA activities, perceived knowledge, and
information-seeking behaviour. The main barriers to exercise reported by hypertensives were the perception
that PA is not adequate or even dangerous to their health. Doctors must be considered a key factor in promoting
exercise. When compared to normotensives, hypertensives feel that PA information available is not
appropriate (p=.0006). Hypertensives consider that existing programmes will not meet their needs and do not
like traditional fitness classes, such as those in gyms. The fear of risks associated with exercise seems to be a
significant barrier that impairs PA participation.
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Hypertension Exercise Health benefits Behavioural change Barriers Risks
Contexto Educativo
Citação
Brás, R., Esteves, D., Rodrigues, R., Duarte, P., Gouveia, A., O’Hara, K., & Pinheiro, P. (2020) Evaluation of Risks and Benefits of Physical Activity: Fighting a Societal Burden. Montenegrin Journal of Sports Sciences and Medicine (MJSSM), J. Sports Sci. Med. 9(1). DOI 10.26773/mjssm.200302.