Exploring Motivations, Benefits and Barriers for Women with Disabilities in Sport Practices
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12966362 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Sheila Romero Da Cruz (0000-0002-8086-4778, Ikerbasque, corresponding author), Aurora Madariaga Ortúzar (0000-0002-8369-2780, Universidad de Deusto), Xabier Leizea (Ikerbasque), Juan Jauregizar (Ikerbasque) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 110 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 24-32 |
| Publication date | 2025-05-26 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Physical Culture and Sport Studies and Research (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1899-4849 • E-ISSN: 2081-2221 |
| Publisher | De Gruyter Open (PUBLISHER • PL) |
| DOI | 10.2478/pcssr-2025-0021 |
| OpenAlex | W4410805676 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 26 |
The aim of this study is to discover the physical and sporting reality of women with disabilities in the Basque Country (Spain), focusing on the benefits, barriers and motivations for practising sport. Although there are around 61,000 women with disabilities in the region, data about their participation in sport are scarce and lack disaggregated analysis, which hinders the development of inclusive policies. Through in-depth interviews with 10 women, we investigated their experiences in sport, their motivations, benefits and the barriers they face. The main motivations for engaging in sport included pleasure, socialisation, self-improvement and escape from stress. In terms of benefits, participants cited physical improvements, increased self-esteem and the strengthening of support networks. However, a number of barriers were also identified, including the masculinisation of sport, lack of accessible resources and personal limitations, such as low self-esteem. The study emphasises the importance of creating accessible environments and adapted programmes, as well as providing personalised attention to encourage the participation of women with disabilities. In conclusion, the full inclusion of this group in sport requires a transformation of the range of activities on offer and an approach that recognises and addresses their specific needs, thus promoting their empowerment and well-being in society. Principio del formulario
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |