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However, adherence to PA interventions is low in this population, and long-term uptake of PA is a challenge. We conducted a feasibility trial of two PA interventions for women with PCOS. This paper reports a qualitative evaluation of the trial in tandem with an evaluation of barriers and facilitators to PA in a sub-group of participants. Eleven participants with PCOS were purposively sampled from the main sample (n\u2009=\u200936) and participated in semi-structured interviews. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Five themes were developed relating to experiences of the intervention and factors influencing PA behaviour: (1) The Changing Nature of Priorities, (2) The Push and Pull of PCOS Symptoms, (3) Focusing Beyond the Scale, (4) Knowledge as a Foundation for Change and (5) The Balance of Stigma and Social Support. 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