BARRIERS TO AND LEVELS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG LGBTQ+

Abstract

The College of Human Kinetics is a community-based physical activity program that focuses on promoting physical activity among LGBTQ+ students. This study aimed to identify the barriers to and levels of physical activity by identifying the distinct barriers faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. The study used a descriptive-correlational design and a survey questionnaire using BPAQS and IPAQ short questionnaire to collect data from the LGBTQ+ community at the College of Human Kinetics- Cagayan State University-Carig campus. The data collected were analyzed using SPSS version 5.0. The results showed that there were significant differences in the extent to which respondents perceived barriers to physical activity. There were also intrapersonal, interpersonal, and environmental impediments to physical exercise, which respondents largely perceived. There was a significant association between the extent of respondents' perceptions of barriers and their levels of exercises. The study concludes that those who have higher levels of physical activity feel the barriers to physical activity than those who have lower levels of physical activity. In other words, the more physically active the respondents, the more likely they could perceive or feel the barriers. The findings of this study can be used as a basis for the design of targeted interventions and the creation of inclusive fitness environments.