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Table 4 COM-B diagnosis of factors that influence participation in physical activity

From: Evidence-based policy making for health promotion to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases in Moldova

Capability

(Psychological and Physical)

Opportunity

(Physical and Social)

Motivation

(Reflective and Automatic)

Unaware of guidelines in relation to own behaviour

No-one to go with

Lack of confidence

Often forgets to be active

Lack of support to be active

Low outcome expectancies

Lack of headspace to plan

Not enough money for gym

Habitual inactivity

Low stamina/energy

Unsupportive environment

Restricted by emotion (nervous/scared)

  1. *COM-B Capability, Opportunity and Motivation