Journal of Osteoporosis and Physical Activity
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Centre for Public Health Research, Massey University, New Zealand

Publications

• Research Article   
  Understanding the Barriers and Enablers to Sporting Activity in Relation to Bone Health: A Qualitative Narrative Study among Adolescents and Young Adults in New Zealand
  Author(s): Hansa Patel, Hayley Denison, Paul Teesdale Spittle and Elaine Dennison*
  
  Background: Sports participation may be considered a method of reducing the risk of fragility fracture in later life by maximizing Peak Bone Mass (PBM) in the growing years. However, sports participation typically declines during late adolescence and adulthood. This qualitative study aims to identify barriers and facilitators to engaging with regular weight bearing sporting activity in adolescents and young adults in New Zealand. Methods: 44 adolescents and young adults aged 17 to 33 participated in nine focus groups. The study was conducted using a semi-structured approach with open-ended questions and prompts. Transcripts were thematically coded using an inductive content analysis approach. Results: The three main barriers to sports participation that emerged were a) structural (disorientation in a new .. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2329-9509.20.8.220

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