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SPORTS AND WELLNESS Issue 8: Popular sports & considerations Ultimately, the consensus was that the level of ease and a non-competitive environment were crucial factors when considering to take up a sport. Lastly, participants reflected that a consistent social network made up of people with similar interests, with respect to fitness and physical activities, would greatly motivate them to take up sports more actively. Moreover, it would also ensure that it becomes a sustainable habit in the long run. Participating in sporting events is a largely social affair. As seen in figure 14, apart from flexible training, motivation from peers took precedence over self-motivation. This reinstates the point about the importance of strong social networks. * Source: Findings from ground survey Maathi Yosi | 2019 46