hindrances
nounUK /ˈhɪndrənsɪz/
US /ˈhɪndrənsɪz/
Things that make it hard for you to do something.
The heavy rain was one of the hindrances that slowed our hike.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Things that block movement or progress.
Fallen trees were hindrances on the road after the storm.
3. Things that hold someone back from reaching a goal.
Fear of failure can be one of the biggest hindrances to success.
4. Extra weights or loads that slow a person or animal down.
The old horse carried heavy hindrances up the hill.