Physical Functioning Not Daily Energy Expenditure Differs In Older Adults Relative To Physical Activity Format

Abstract

RESULTS: Forty-four college librarians completed the survey. Seventeen did not offer any programming related to PA/HB and were not included in the results. Of those campus libraries that offered PA/HB, 13 had less than 5000 students on campus, 5 had between 5000 and 15000 students, and 9 had greater than 15000 students. PA/HB that was offered included yoga (n=10), Zumba (n=2), walking (n=5), bicycling (n=1), running (n=1), gardening (n=2), stress and anxiety reduction (n=24), fitness challenges (n=3), and fitness equipment and passes to check out (n=2). Participants in the programs included all members of the community (students, faculty, staff). The majority of the activities were offered on weekday afternoons, followed by weekday evenings and mornings. Activities were not offered as often on weekends. Librarians reported that the reasons for offering these programs included lifelong learning (n=4), health and wellness (n=6), community engagement (n=11), and stress and anxiety reduction (n=27). Most librarians reported no administrative issues associated with offering PA/HB (n=18). CONCLUSION: College libraries offer a variety of health promotion activities, with stress and anxiety reduction being the most popular activity. Exercise and health-related academic programs should consider collaborating with campus libraries and librarians to promote health and physical activity on campus.