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The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health

by Olivia Martin 1,*
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FSPH  2023 5(1):39; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
Received: 24 March 2023 / Accepted: 13 April 2023 / Published Online: 23 May 2023
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The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health investigates the complex interplay between cultural elements and the engagement in sports activities, as well as its implications on overall health outcomes. This paper argues that cultural factors, including social norms, values, and practices, significantly shape individuals' perceptions and opportunities for sports participation. By examining various cultural contexts, this study explores how cultural differences in gender roles, social hierarchies, and familial expectations can either encourage or discourage physical activities among different demographic groups. Furthermore, the paper delves into the consequences of cultural attitudes towards sport, such as the emphasis on competition versus leisure, and how these attitudes affect both participation rates and health-related behaviors. Through quantitative and qualitative data analysis, this research provides valuable insights into the relationship between cultural factors and sports participation, highlighting the importance of cultural sensitivity in public health policies and initiatives aimed at promoting physical activity.

Keywords: Cultural Factors; Sports Participation; Health Outcomes; Social Norms; Physical Activity.;
Copyright: © 2023 by Martin. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Martin, O. (2023). The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 5(1), 39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin, O. The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2023, 5, 39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin O. The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2023, 5(1):39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin, Olivia 2023. "The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 5, no.1:39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523

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Martin, O. The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 2023, 5, 39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin O. The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health; 2023, 5(1):39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin, Olivia 2023. "The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health" Frontiers of Sports & Public Health 5, no.1:39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523
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Martin, O. (2023). The Influence of Cultural Factors on Sports Participation and Health. Frontiers of Sports & Public Health, 5(1), 39. doi:10.69610/j.fsph.20230523

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