Factors Affecting Physical Activity Levels and Preferences

NCT07699081 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 2026-01-08
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 400
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Physical inactivity is a major public health challenge and is associated with an increased risk of chronic diseases, reduced quality of life, and increased healthcare costs. Although the benefits of regular physical activity are well established, physical inactivity remains highly prevalent worldwide. Understanding the factors associated with physical activity participation is essential for developing effective public health strategies. This study investigated the factors associated with physical activity levels and preferences among adults in Türkiye. The findings provide evidence regarding demographic, behavioral, and psychosocial factors associated with physical activity participation and may contribute to the development of targeted interventions to promote physically active lifestyles.

Conditions

Health Adult Subjects

Keywords

Physical Activity; Physical Activity Preferences; Self-Efficacy; Adults

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (4)

• Collection Demographic and Clinical Information

  Participants' demographic and clinical characteristics were collected using a participant assessment form developed by the research team and administered by a physiotherapist. The form included information on age, sex, height, weight, smoking status, educational attainment, occupation, and marital status.

  Baseline (Single Assessment)

• Assessment of Factors Affecting PA Preferences and Levels

  The participant assessment form included a series of questions designed to explore contextual factors associated with individuals' PA preferences and participation. Specifically, participants were asked about their preferred PA environment (e.g., home-based or outdoor settings), social context (e.g., individual or group participation), preferred time of day for PA (morning, afternoon, or evening), and preferred intensity of activity (light, moderate, or vigorous). These questions were included to identify factors that may facilitate or hinder PA engagement and determine identify contextual factors and personal characteristics associated with physical activity participation.

  Baseline (Single Assessment)

• International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF)

  The International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF) is a widely used instrument developed to assess individuals' physical activity levels during the previous seven days. The questionnaire consists of four domains: walking, moderate-intensity physical activity, vigorous-intensity physical activity, and sitting time. Scores are calculated in metabolic equivalent (MET)-minutes per week based on the reported frequency (days) and duration (minutes) of physical activities.

  Baseline (Single Assessment)

• General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES)

  The General Self-Efficacy Scale was used to assess individuals perceived self-efficacy. It is a 17-item Likert-type scale comprising three subscales: Initiation, Persistence in the Face of Obstacles, and Maintenance of Effort-Perseverance. Total scores range from 17 to 85, with higher scores indicating greater levels of self-efficacy.

  Baseline (Single Assessment)

Study Arms (1)

Healthy individuals

Participants consisted of community-dwelling adults aged 18 to 65 years, including university students and individuals from the general population. All participants were able to read and write in Turkish and voluntarily participated in this cross-sectional study.

Other: No Interventions

Interventions

No Interventions OTHER

No intervention was administered. This was an observational, cross-sectional study in which participants completed study questionnaires at a single assessment.

Healthy individuals

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consisted of community-dwelling adults aged 18 to 65 years, including university students and individuals from the general population in Türkiye. Participants were recruited on a voluntary basis to investigate factors associated with physical activity levels and preferences.

You may qualify if:

• Community-dwelling adults aged 18-65 years
• Ability to read and write in Turkish
• Access to the internet
• Possession of a device suitable for completing the questionnaires.

You may not qualify if:

• Pregnancy
• Presence of a physical health condition limiting the ability to engage in physical activity
• Cognitive impairment
• Any health problem interfering with the ability to understand, read, or complete the study questionnaires.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul Demiroglu Bilim University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Demiroglu Bilim University

Istanbul, Silivri, 34570, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

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MeSH Terms

Conditions

Motor Activity

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Behavior

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Research Assistant

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: July 7, 2026
• First Posted: July 13, 2026
• Study Start: November 30, 2025
• Primary Completion: July 7, 2026
• Study Completion: July 7, 2026
• Last Updated: July 14, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-07

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)