Barriers To Physical Activity

Topic: Barriers To Physical Activity

Paper details:

Think of prevalent barriers to physical activity among people around you or yourself.

First, make a list of those barriers. Then, using the chapters 3 and 4 (theories and

models of exercise behavior), explain ways that you can help people overcome at least

2 of those barriers.

Here is how the assignment will be graded:

Format:  double spaced. 1 to 2 pages.

  1. Include a list of barriers to physical activity. Mention at least 8 barriers. (this can

be from your own experience or experience of people around you).

10 points

  1. Specifically state what theories of behavior change you want to use. Name them

and give a short description of the theories. (you have to mention 2 theories).

10 points

  1. Give a thorough explanation of how you will apply these 2 theories to help

yourself or others overcome at least 2 of the barriers you mentioned earlier.

20 points

  1. Quality of writing.

10 points

*You will be graded based on the above criteria and the quality of your writing.