Physicians’ opinions on barriers to patient counseling on physical activity in primary care: focus on physicians’ healthy exercise habits and knowledge about physical activity

Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the adequacy of physicians' knowledge about the benefits of physical activity for patients with chronic diseases and their own healthy lifestyle habits have a significant impact on the expression of perceived barriers when counseling patients on PA issues. These data emphasize the need to improve medical curricula and professional development, strengthening physicians' knowledge and skills in the field of PA, as well as promoting their own healthy lifestyle practices as an important factor for the successful integration of PA recommendations into primary health care.