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Maintaining regular physical activity in women: evidence to date
Barbara J Speck1, Joanne S Harrell
1School of Nursing, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40292, USA. bjspec01@louisville.edu
The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
|October 2, 2003
Summary
Most people don't exercise regularly, hindering cardiovascular health. This review examines factors influencing women's physical activity maintenance and suggests theory-based interventions for better health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
- Cardiovascular Health
Background:
- Physical activity is crucial for health promotion and cardiovascular disease prevention.
- Over 60% of the population does not engage in regular physical activity.
- Maintaining physical activity is a complex behavior influenced by multiple factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the relationship between physical activity and various factors in women.
- To identify key variables influencing physical activity maintenance.
- To inform the development of effective interventions for women.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on physical activity in women.
- Analysis of psychological, social, environmental, demographic, physiological, and health status variables.
- Examination of physical activity behavior variables.
Main Results:
- Physical activity maintenance is influenced by a complex interplay of factors.
- Understanding these variables is essential for designing effective interventions.
- A strong theoretical basis is needed for successful maintenance interventions.
Conclusions:
- Interventions for maintaining physical activity are critical, especially for women.
- Theory-based interventions can benefit women in diverse settings (primary care, occupational, wellness, public health).
- Further research into effective maintenance strategies is warranted.