Individual, social, and physical environmental factors related to changes in walking and cycling for transport among older adults: A longitudinal study

Mertens, Lieze; Dyck, Delfien Van; Deforche, Benedicte; Bourdeaudhuij, Ilse De; Brondeel, Ruben; Cauwenberg, Jelle Van

doi:10.1016/j.healthplace.2018.12.001

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“…Sufficient evidence for a positive association was found in the Belgian sample only. This may be in part due to Hong Kong older adults being more physically active (with 60% more MVPA than Belgian older adults in this study) and generally accumulating greater volumes of transportation walking than their Belgian counterparts [21,38,66,67] which, in turn, would make them more willing to walk further than 400 m from home for errands. Studies with data on older adults' mobility behaviour and activity locations would be needed to test these hypotheses.…”

Section: Neighbourhood Environment and Mvpamentioning

confidence: 82%

Urban environments and objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time in older Belgian and Chinese community dwellers: potential pathways of influence and the moderating role of physical function

Cerin

Dyck

Zhang

et al. 2020

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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Background: Many studies have examined neighbourhood environmental correlates of older adults' physical activity (PA) but only a few focused on sedentary time (ST). Only a small proportion of these studies used objective measures of PA/ST, such as accelerometer-assessed PA/ST, and only a couple employed accelerometer cut-points appropriate for older adults. Furthermore, although older adults experience declines in physical function as they age, there is a dearth of information on the impact of the neighbourhood environment on PA/ST in individuals with different levels of physical function. Methods: We used data from two extant cross-sectional studies conducted in Hong Kong (China) and Ghent (Belgium) (N = 829). Participants were recruited from pre-selected administrative units stratified by socioeconomic status and walkability. Moderate-to-vigorous PA (MVPA) and ST were assessed for 7 days using accelerometers and cut-points developed for older adults. Objective neighbourhood environmental attributes within 400 m and 1 km buffers surrounding participants' homes were quantified using Geographic Information Systems data. Lower extremity physical function was objectively assessed. Socio-demographic information was collected via interviews. Total, direct and indirect (mediated) effects of environmental attributes on MVPA and ST were estimated using generalised additive mixed models and the joint-significant test.

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Section: Neighbourhood Environment and Mvpamentioning

confidence: 82%

Urban environments and objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time in older Belgian and Chinese community dwellers: potential pathways of influence and the moderating role of physical function

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Dyck

Zhang

et al. 2020

Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act

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“…Changes in the physical environment that target social determinants of physical activity should, therefore, consider carefully including all groups in the community when planning such interventions, especially those groups that depend more on local resources and offers. This would help local authorities to understand the needs of the residents [68], and research suggests that this can help decrease certain groups' perceived barriers towards engaging in physical and social activities in the green area [69].…”

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confidence: 99%

Addressing Inequity: Evaluation of an Intervention to Improve Accessibility and Quality of a Green Space

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Maass

Hope

et al. 2019

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Green space areas offer several benefits that support our physical, psychological, and social health. However, the level of engagement with green space areas may not be the same across population groups. Using a mixed-method research design, we investigated the use of a green space area and whether and how the area was beneficial for health, social inclusion, and physical activity for all socioeconomic groups in a suburban area in Norway. The study showed significantly increased use of the area from 2015–2018 and that users belonged to different socioeconomic groups. The motivation for using the area was the opportunity to experience nature and to interact socially. While no significant changes in self-rated health, life satisfaction, or levels of physical activity were found, the study indicates that factors such as location, availability, and designated places for social interaction are important motivating factors for use. Users from the lower socioeconomic groups were among the frequent users but were also the least satisfied with the quality and availability of the path. Our findings call for closer consideration of the location and availability of green spaces and that including places for social interaction and relaxation can contribute to increased use of green spaces.

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“…The participants reported barriers to exercise at baseline and even if the program addressed some of these, participants identi ed other barriers after the program. This phenomenon can be explained by the fact that habits and behaviour patterns change (40). As a result, nding the perfect exercise program to overcome barriers might change over time and from one person to the other.…”

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Potential Benefits of a Novel Home-Based Exercise Program for Inactive Older Adults: An Exploratory Case Study

Lees

Edwards

McCain

et al. 2021

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Background This study proposed a 3-week home exercise program using a square-stepping exercise (SSE) to explore if it could address common barriers and enhance enablers of regular exercise among older adults. Methods Using embedded mixed methods, 10 inactive older adults over the age of 65 completed the proposed program in conjunction with follow-up interviews. Participants were deemed inactive if they took less than 10,000 steps/day over one week. Their physical activity was tracked at home with a pedometer. Results Barriers reached during the proposed program were being uncomfortable in a fitness facility and body image. The proposed program enhanced enablers such as the use of home equipment and easy access. The average total steps/day increased by 27% (p=0.02) and moderate-intensity was reached by 80% of participants when performing the SSE. Conclusion The exercise program addressed the common barriers to exercise and could increase the physical activity level of inactive older adults especially for those intimidated by a fitness facility setting and those concerned with their body image.

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Individual, social, and physical environmental factors related to changes in walking and cycling for transport among older adults: A longitudinal study

Cited by 38 publications

References 46 publications

Urban environments and objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time in older Belgian and Chinese community dwellers: potential pathways of influence and the moderating role of physical function

Urban environments and objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time in older Belgian and Chinese community dwellers: potential pathways of influence and the moderating role of physical function

Addressing Inequity: Evaluation of an Intervention to Improve Accessibility and Quality of a Green Space

Potential Benefits of a Novel Home-Based Exercise Program for Inactive Older Adults: An Exploratory Case Study

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