Influence of Walking as Physiological Training to Improve Respiratory Parameters in the Elderly Population

Novotová, Klára; Pavlů, Dagmar; Dvořáčková, Dominika; Arnal‐Gómez, Anna; Espí-López, Gemma Victoria

doi:10.3390/ijerph19137995

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“…These findings suggest that engaging in regular walking or swimming activities may positively influence lung function and respiratory health among elderly individuals. The results are in line with the systematic review by Novotovo et al, showing that walking in the elderly population has been shown to improve respiratory parameters such as peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), and forced vital capacity (FVC) [16].…”

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Effects of Different Types of Physical Activity on Respiratory Health Parameters in Elderly Males: A Cross-Sectional Study

Bambhrotia,

Joshi,

Paralikar

et al. 2024

Cureus

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BackgroundPopulation aging is a global phenomenon associated with declines in muscle mass, physical activity levels, and respiratory health among elderly individuals. Despite evidence suggesting the benefits of physical activity on respiratory function, there is limited research examining its effects on lung function in the Indian elderly population. Materials and methodsThis cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the impact of different intensities of physical activity on respiratory health parameters among apparently healthy elderly males aged 60-80 years. Participants were categorized into walking, swimming, and sedentary groups based on their level of physical activity. Anthropometric measurements, cardiovascular parameters, respiratory endurance tests, and spirometry were conducted to assess lung function. Statistical analysis included nonparametric tests to compare the groups. ResultsAge, height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, and hip circumference were similar across groups, but the waist-to-hip ratio was higher in the sedentary group. Systolic and diastolic blood pressure did not differ significantly, while the pulse rate was lower in the swimming group. The sedentary group exhibited lower respiratory endurance, with a significantly reduced 40 mmHg endurance test and maximum expiratory pressure compared to the walking and swimming groups. Spirometry results showed significant improvements in various parameters, including forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in the first second (FEV1), peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR), forced expiratory flow 25% (FEF-25), and maximum voluntary ventilation (MVV) in the walking and swimming groups compared to the sedentary group. ConclusionRegular physical activity, particularly walking and swimming, appears to positively influence respiratory health parameters among elderly males. Engaging in these activities may enhance respiratory muscle strength and lung function, potentially mitigating age-related declines in pulmonary function and promoting overall well-being.

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Effects of Different Types of Physical Activity on Respiratory Health Parameters in Elderly Males: A Cross-Sectional Study

Bambhrotia,

Joshi,

Paralikar

et al. 2024

Cureus

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“…It is known that PA improves lung function [ 32 ]. We also confirmed that being more active reduces the chances of additional procedures such as oxygen therapy.…”

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Physical Activity Modifies the Severity of COVID-19 in Hospitalized Patients—Observational Study

Sutkowska,

Stanek,

Madziarska

et al. 2023

JCM

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Background and aim: Physical activity (PA) can modulate the immune response, but its impact on infectious disease severity is unknown. We assess if the PA level impacts the severity of COVID-19. Methods: Prospective, cohort study for adults hospitalized due to COVID-19, who filled out the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Disease severity was expressed as death, transfer to intensive care unit (ICU), oxygen therapy (OxTh), hospitalization length, complications, C-reactive protein, and procalcitonin level. Results: Out of 326 individuals, 131 (57; 43.51% women) were analyzed: age: median—70; range: 20–95; BMI: mean—27.18 kg/m²; and SD: ±4.77. During hospitalization: 117 (83.31%) individuals recovered, nine (6.87%) were transferred to ICU, five (3.82%) died, and 83 (63.36%) needed OxTh. The median for the hospital stay was 11 (range: 3–49) for discharged patients, and mean hospitalization length was 14 (SD: ±5.8312) for deaths and 14.22 days (SD: ±6.92) for ICU-transferred patients. The median for MET-min/week was 660 (range: 0–19,200). Sufficient or high PA was found in recovered patients but insufficient PA was observed in dead or ICU-transferred patients (p = 0.03). The individuals with poor PA had a higher risk of death (HR = 2.63; ±95%CI 0.58–11.93; p = 0.037). OxTh was used more often in the less active individuals (p = 0.03). The principal component analysis confirmed a relationship between insufficient PA and an unfavorable course of the disease. Conclusion: A higher level of PA is associated with a milder course of COVID-19.

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“…A recent research paper published in Nature showed that physical exercise can suppress food intake and obesity [2], underscoring exercise's fundamental role in deciding individuals' health. In a similar vein, physical exercise was also proven to be highly correlated with lower risk of cardiovascular morbidity [3], stable blood pressure and heart rate [4], lower overall fatigue [5], functional respiratory parameters [6], and higher self-perceived health status [7]. Studies also indicated that increased exercise participation is critical during the COVID-19 crisis, as it is a therapeutic tool to help individuals overcome difficulties (e.g., [8,9]).…”

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The Influence of Physical Exercise Frequency and Intensity on Individual Entrepreneurial Behavior: Evidence from China

Liu

Han

Zhou

2022

IJERPH

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Physical exercise can benefit individuals’ physical and mental health and also influence individuals’ long-term behavioral choices. Doing exercise is particularly important given that physical exercise can impact individuals’ cognitive abilities and positive emotional states, which may further impact entrepreneurial behavior. Therefore, understanding the relationship between exercise and entrepreneurial behavior is essential, because it can provide policy suggestions for popularizing athletic activities and boosting entrepreneurship. Consequently, the present study examined whether physical exercise could predict entrepreneurial behavior and the possible psychological mechanisms within this relationship. Based on the 2017 Chinese General Social Survey (CGSS2017), this study tested the hypotheses using the Probit and Tobit models. The results showed that individuals’ physical exercise intensity and frequency positively affected their entrepreneurial behavior. In addition, five variables moderated the relationships between physical exercise and individual entrepreneurial behavior: urban–rural differences, education level, marital status, the existence of minor children, and age. Moreover, positive emotions and physical/mental health mediated the influence of physical exercise (exercise frequency and exercise intensity) on individual entrepreneurial behavior. Endogeneity explanations were ruled out by including instrumental variable, copula terms and adopting coarsened exact matching.

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Influence of Walking as Physiological Training to Improve Respiratory Parameters in the Elderly Population

Cited by 8 publications

References 59 publications

Effects of Different Types of Physical Activity on Respiratory Health Parameters in Elderly Males: A Cross-Sectional Study

Effects of Different Types of Physical Activity on Respiratory Health Parameters in Elderly Males: A Cross-Sectional Study

Physical Activity Modifies the Severity of COVID-19 in Hospitalized Patients—Observational Study

The Influence of Physical Exercise Frequency and Intensity on Individual Entrepreneurial Behavior: Evidence from China

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