Physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Jordan: a qualitative study

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a growing epidemic condition that is expected to reach pandemic levels in the upcoming decades. Physical activity among individuals with type 2 diabetes is beneficial. A deeper understanding of physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes in Jordan usin...

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Main Authors: Aaliyah Momani, Zalikha Al-Marzouqi, Amani Abu-Shhadeh, Kamel Ajlouni, Mohammed ALBashtawy, Maysa H. Almomani, Samiha Jarrah, Shaikha Ali AlQahtani, Anas Ababneh
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Published: SAGE Publishing 2025-02-01
Series:Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/20420188251315658
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author Aaliyah Momani
Zalikha Al-Marzouqi
Amani Abu-Shhadeh
Kamel Ajlouni
Mohammed ALBashtawy
Maysa H. Almomani
Samiha Jarrah
Shaikha Ali AlQahtani
Anas Ababneh
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Zalikha Al-Marzouqi
Amani Abu-Shhadeh
Kamel Ajlouni
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Samiha Jarrah
Shaikha Ali AlQahtani
Anas Ababneh
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description Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a growing epidemic condition that is expected to reach pandemic levels in the upcoming decades. Physical activity among individuals with type 2 diabetes is beneficial. A deeper understanding of physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes in Jordan using a qualitative approach is needed. Aim: This study aimed at exploring physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes in Jordan. Design: A constructivist grounded theory methodology guided this study. Methods: Data were collected using semi-structured and audio-recorded interviews and then analysed simultaneously using coding, constant comparative analysis and writing reflexive memos. Findings: Two themes emerged including ‘The Perception about Physical Activity’ and ‘Factors Influencing Adherence to Physical Activity’. The first theme included four sub-themes: physical activity definition; importance; duration and types. The second theme included five sub-themes: the belief that diet is superior to physical activity; ageing and presence of diabetes or comorbidities; job and family obligations; social support and weather. Conclusion: This study provided insights into patients’ perceptions and adherence to physical activity including facilitators and barriers. Clinicians and policymakers may consider the findings of this study to develop health promotion programmes and to suggest a suitable environment for individuals with type 2 diabetes to enhance their physical activity.
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spelling doaj-art-24e7a43f825241cf84b73302a80a4be32025-08-20T02:13:01ZengSAGE PublishingTherapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism2042-01962025-02-011610.1177/20420188251315658Physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Jordan: a qualitative studyAaliyah MomaniZalikha Al-MarzouqiAmani Abu-ShhadehKamel AjlouniMohammed ALBashtawyMaysa H. AlmomaniSamiha JarrahShaikha Ali AlQahtaniAnas AbabnehBackground: Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a growing epidemic condition that is expected to reach pandemic levels in the upcoming decades. Physical activity among individuals with type 2 diabetes is beneficial. A deeper understanding of physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes in Jordan using a qualitative approach is needed. Aim: This study aimed at exploring physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes in Jordan. Design: A constructivist grounded theory methodology guided this study. Methods: Data were collected using semi-structured and audio-recorded interviews and then analysed simultaneously using coding, constant comparative analysis and writing reflexive memos. Findings: Two themes emerged including ‘The Perception about Physical Activity’ and ‘Factors Influencing Adherence to Physical Activity’. The first theme included four sub-themes: physical activity definition; importance; duration and types. The second theme included five sub-themes: the belief that diet is superior to physical activity; ageing and presence of diabetes or comorbidities; job and family obligations; social support and weather. Conclusion: This study provided insights into patients’ perceptions and adherence to physical activity including facilitators and barriers. Clinicians and policymakers may consider the findings of this study to develop health promotion programmes and to suggest a suitable environment for individuals with type 2 diabetes to enhance their physical activity.https://doi.org/10.1177/20420188251315658
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Zalikha Al-Marzouqi
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Kamel Ajlouni
Mohammed ALBashtawy
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Samiha Jarrah
Shaikha Ali AlQahtani
Anas Ababneh
Physical activity among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Jordan: a qualitative study
Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism
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