A systematic review of stakeholder and end-user perceptions of physical activity guidelines

Oral Presentation C5.1

Authors

  • Heather Hollman University of Victoria
  • John A. Updegraff Kent State University
  • Isaac M. Lipkus Duke University
  • Ryan E. Rhodes University of Victoria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v14i3.669

Keywords:

Physical Activity, Guidelines, Stakeholders, End-Users, Perceptions

Abstract

internationally recommended physical activity (PA) guidelines. In order to enhance awareness and uptake, guidelines should be perceived positively by targeted users. Purpose: To review the literature on perceptions of stakeholders and end-users of PA guidelines. Methods: Six electronic databases were searched from October to December 2021 with keyword synonyms for “perceptions” and “PA guidelines”. Studies of any design that collected stakeholder and/or end-user responses to PA guidelines were included and assessed for risk of bias. Data was extracted and analyzed using thematic synthesis. Results: After screening 638 abstracts and applying citation screening, 250 full-texts were retrieved. A total of 19 articles met the inclusion criteria. Stakeholders and end-users for PA guidelines across all age groups expressed the need for simplified language with more definitions, relatable examples and imagery, and quantification of PA behaviours. There was particular concern for the early years and child PA guidelines leading to guilt amongst parents. General age group PA guidelines were not perceived as usable to populations with differing abilities, clinical conditions, and socioeconomic status’. Guidelines that targeted clinical populations were well received. Conclusions: There is a clear need to balance the evidence base with the pragmatic needs of translation and uptake so that the guidelines are not ignored or act as a barrier to actual engagement. Funding: This research did not receive funding. 

Published

2021-09-30

How to Cite

Hollman, H., Updegraff, J., Lipkus, I., & Rhodes, R. (2021). A systematic review of stakeholder and end-user perceptions of physical activity guidelines: Oral Presentation C5.1. The Health & Fitness Journal of Canada, 14(3). https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v14i3.669

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