Retiree's perceived incentives and barriers to participation in health promotion activities

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The present study assessed interest in health promotion activities, current and past involvement in health-promotion behaviors, and perceived incentives and barriers to participation in health promotion activities among a sample of 756 retired adults. Almost three-quarters of the sample reported being interested in participation in health promotion activities, especially in increasing physical fitness, losing weight, and eating nutritiously. Over one-quarter of the sample are currently trying to lose weight and have increased their level of exercise. Health promotion programs which are offered in a nearby and familiar location during the daytime, are free of cost, and offer new information by an expert leader are most attractive to this group of retired adults. The perception that one's health was either too poor or already in good condition was the most frequently mentioned barrier to participation.

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