Family Influence
True or False: Parents who are physically active are more likely to have active children.
True.
How can friends encourage you to be more physically active?
By inviting you to join games, attend the gym, or sign up for sport teams.
What is meant by socioeconomic status?
A person's social and economic position, often based on income, education, and occupation.
Name a cultural belief or value that might influence physical activity.
Some cultures prioritise academic success over sport, or may limit female participation.
What is an example of a government initiative to increase movement?
Physical Activity Guidelines, Sporting Schools, Find Your 30, Active Kids voucher program.
What is one way family can encourage physical activity?
By role modelling active behaviour or participating in an activity together.
Name a social setting where peer pressure may decrease physical activity.
Parties, screen-based hangouts, or social circles where exercise isn’t valued.
How does income level affect access to sports facilities?
Higher income = more access to private gyms, clubs, and better facilities.
Give an example of an environmental enabler in urban areas.
Accessible parks, walking paths, well-lit areas, or community recreation centres.
How do school PE programs act as enablers?
They provide structured time for physical activity, equipment, and skill development.
How can family financial resources act as a barrier to participation in sport?
If a family cannot afford fees, equipment, or transport, it limits opportunities.
Explain how belonging to a sports team can promote regular movement.
It builds routine, commitment, and motivation to improve and attend sessions.
Provide an example of how low SES limits access to structured activity.
Can't afford club fees, uniforms, or transport to training.
How can the weather act as a barrier?
Extreme heat, cold, or rain can discourage outdoor activities.
Name a campaign targeting youth activity.
Find Your 30, This Girl Can, or Premier's Active April.
Name two ways family obligations might reduce physical activity time.
Babysitting younger siblings, household chores, caring for relatives.
Why might someone stop being active if their friends are inactive?
They may fear social exclusion, feel less motivated, or follow group norms.
How can education level influence attitudes toward exercise?
Higher education may increase awareness of health benefits and motivation to be active.
How can gender expectations limit participation?
Girls may be discouraged from certain sports; modesty norms may restrict clothing/equipment.
How can lack of funding be a barrier?
Sports clubs may shut down or reduce programs due to limited resources.
Explain how family support can act as both an enabler and a barrier.
Enabler: Encouragement and transport to sport. Barrier: Pressure to prioritise work or study over movement.
Describe a scenario where peers unintentionally discourage someone from trying a new sport.
Friends mock or dismiss a sport as "uncool," making someone afraid to try.
Evaluate cost-related factors’ impact on participation.
High costs can prevent access, reduce frequency of involvement, and discourage long-term engagement in sport.
Describe how built environment impacts activity.
Safe footpaths, bike lanes, nearby gyms, and public transport access support regular movement.
Evaluate Find Your 30.
Strength: Encourages small, achievable goals. Weakness: May not reach inactive populations without additional support.