Table 2.

Categories and subcategories of women’s perspectives on exercise in Iran

Categories	Subcategories
Preferences	1. Preference to do specific settings
	2. Preference to do specific exercise
	3. Preference to do group exercise
Planning	1. The family role
	2. Exercise as one part of daily routines
	3. Exercise as a habit
Motivators	1. Physical, emotional and social benefits
	2. Physician advice
	3. Encouragement
	4. Being alarmed
	5. Championship
Inhibitors	1. Gender issues
	2. Economical and costs issues
	3. Geographical access
	4. Making excuses
	5. Cultural infrastructures
	6. Shortage of sports experts
	7. Fears, concerns and misconceptions
	8. Inappropriate facilities
	9. Inadequate administrative cooperation and official barriers