Exploring barriers and facilitators to physical activity among children in Saudi Arabian schools: A qualitative study

This study underscores the need for a multi-dimensional approach to promoting PA among adolescents in Jeddah. Stakeholders should consider piloting and adapting proven international interventions, addressing disparities in school resources, increasing the time allocated for PA within the curriculum, and raising parental awareness about the importance of PA. These steps are essential to creating a supportive environment that fosters improved public health and youth well-being in KSA.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-09-15
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0329600
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Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
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Exploring barriers and facilitators to physical activity among children in Saudi Arabian schools: A qualitative study

Abdullah Alalawi, Lindsay Blank, Elizabeth Goyder
PLoS ONE
Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
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Exploring barriers and facilitators to physical activity among children in Saudi Arabian schools: A qualitative study

Abdullah Alalawi, Lindsay Blank, Elizabeth Goyder
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Abstract

This study underscores the need for a multi-dimensional approach to promoting PA among adolescents in Jeddah. Stakeholders should consider piloting and adapting proven international interventions, addressing disparities in school resources, increasing the time allocated for PA within the curriculum, and raising parental awareness about the importance of PA. These steps are essential to creating a supportive environment that fosters improved public health and youth well-being in KSA.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(9)
Umm al-Qura University (SA), University of Sheffield (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 67%
Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet
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