Table 4 Interview Comments Indicating Potential Age Influences on Responses

PFA1

Does your health now limit you in doing vigorous activities, such as running, lifting heavy objects, participating in strenuous sports?

“I didn’t even consider the ‘participating in strenuous sports’ part – not in my age bracket.”

“My age and my caution limit me in doing these things.”

PFA41.a

Are you able to squat like a baseball catcher and get back up?

“Squatting like a catcher is irrelevant for someone my age.”

PFC13.a

Are you able to sprint 100 yards?

“I haven’t sprinted since I was 18. Sprinting is what football players do.”