Tai Chi, jogging, slow-walk, cooking competition (?), zumba, simple standing to sitting exercises with the chair

What are some key barriers or challenges for this group to not engage in physical activity?

chronic pain

knee pain

back pain

unable to walk

Too early as most elderly Tai Chi sessions are conducted early in the morning

not flexible

Barriers & Challenges: Lack of time, work commitments, meetings, OT work and physically & mentally drained from working. Sedentary lifestyle, knee pain, back pain, wrist pain, etc.

Lack of time, commitments in life

one challenge they might face is the growing trend now is to play video games at home instead of going out to exercise.

Recommended Activity: Walking with a stroller

Walking is low-impact and accessible, helping new mothers ease into postpartum physical activity. Pushing a stroller allows them to involve their baby, making it convenient and practical.

Key Barriers or Challenges for New Mothers:

Lack of Time:

Caring for a newborn is time-intensive, leaving little room for personal activities.

Fatigue:

Sleep deprivation and physical exhaustion make exercise less appealing.

Childcare Needs:

Many new mothers may not have someone to watch the baby while they exercise.

Barriers & challenges: fear of injury/falling, pain in body, decreased endurance/balance

challenges: lack of time due to studies and other commitments, lack of exposure to facilities, unaware of its importance

Key barriers can include academics, being too busy with school and/or not having interests in sports, resulting in being a couch potato at home.