Table 4: Male and female responses to descriptive statements related to physical barriers to physical activity. Numbers represent the percentage of total respondents answering "Yes" to the question.
Descriptive statements |
Ages 18-64
male, n = 144 female, n = 93
|
Ages 65+
male, n = 56 female, n = 52
|
Inclement weather is a factor for me when it comes to physical activity and exercise |
Male 15% Female 28% |
Male 23% Female 23% |
I’m concerned for my safety |
Male 4% Female 6% |
Male 18% Female 21% |
Pain and/or injury prevents me from being as physically active as I would like to be |
Male 24% Female 20% |
Male 34% Female 46% |
I work in an environment where there is little or no employment resources to be physically active |
Male 3% Female 15% |
Male 11% Female 10% |
My job demands are high and I’m too tired after work to exercise |
Male 28% Female 30% |
Male 16% Female 4% |