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Melodee Vanden Bosch1, Elizabeth Wesley, Susan Strouse1
1Kirkhof College of Nursing, Grand Rapids, MI, USA.
Abstract:
Physical activity is recommended for middle-aged women with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) to improve health and prevent disease complications. However, most middle-aged women with T2D have low physical activity levels and therefore are at higher risk for T2D-associated cardiovascular complications. To explore their perceptions of physical activity and strategies for increasing participation, the investigators conducted a phenomenological study with a sample of middle-aged women with T2D using voice-recorded focus group discussions. Using a modified Giorgi data analysis method, the investigators uncovered the following themes: types of physical activity; benefits; barriers and limitations; stage of life; motivators; regret; living with diabetes; and strategies. Participants perceived walking as an activity accessible to most women. The significance of physical activity is highlighted by the participant-recommended strategy to "just keep moving."
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