Social
Psychological
Environmental
Physical
Economic
100

What social factor can make exercising alone less appealing?

Lack of exercise partners

100

What mental state reduces the drive to start or maintain physical activity?

Lack of motivation

100

What environmental issue makes it difficult to access a place to exercise?

Lack of nearby facilities

100

What physical state can make starting exercise feel exhausting?

Fatigue / low energy

100

What financial barrier prevents someone from joining a gym?

Cost of gym membership

200

What social responsibility can limit time for exercise?

Family obligations

200

What psychological factor is a lack of confidence in one’s ability to exercise?

Low self-efficacy

200

What environmental risk makes outdoor exercise unsafe?

Unsafe neighborhoods

200

What health condition may physically limit someone from being active?

Chronic illness

200

What economic factor can prevent people from traveling to exercise locations?

 Cost of transportation

300

What cultural expectation might make exercising seem inappropriate?

Social norms discouraging exercise

300

What belief reduces motivation because exercise seems unnecessary?

Perceived lack of benefits

300

What infrastructure issue makes walking or cycling unsafe?

Poorly maintained sidewalks / trails

300

What physical barrier can occur after an injury or medical procedure?

Pain or injury

300

What economic factor can prevent people from traveling to exercise locations?

Cost of clothing / footwear

400

What social deficit occurs when friends or community do not support physical activity?

Limited encouragement from peers/community

400

What psychological concern about safety can stop someone from exercising?

Fear of injury / falls

400

What environmental condition can make outdoor activity unpleasant or unsafe?

Weather / seasonal issues

400

What physical condition can make moving or exercising difficult?  

Obesity or mobility limitations 

400

What economic or time-related issue arises when someone works multiple jobs?  

Limited time due to multiple jobs

500

What social concern may make people avoid outdoor exercise?

Fear of harassment in public spaces

500

What psychological barrier exists when someone does not know how to exercise safely or effectively?

Lack of knowledge about exercise

500

What environmental barrier occurs when there are no organized programs nearby?

Lack of access to recreational programs

500

What physical barrier increases naturally with aging and can limit activity?

muscle loss and weakness

500

What economic issue prevents participation in structured exercise programs due to cost?

Access to affordable exercise programs