Prevalence of physical activity behaviour in older people: Findings from the <scp>D</scp>ynamic <scp>A</scp>nalyses to <scp>O</scp>ptimise <scp>A</scp>geing (<scp>DYNOPTA</scp>) project and <scp>A</scp>ustralian national survey data

Sims, Jane; Birrell, Carole L; Hunt, Susan; Browning, Colette Joy; Burns, Richard A.

doi:10.1111/j.1741-6612.2012.00648.x

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“…In light of significant benefits associated with physical activity (PA) engagement in older age (Pereira, Baptista and Cruz-Ferreira 2016), such as prevention of falls and consequent injuries (Sherrington et al 2011), coupled with a majority of older adults not meeting the current PA guidelines (Sims et al 2014; Sun, Norman and While 2013), several reviews have been conducted to assess the effectiveness of PA interventions targeting older adults. Overall, these reviews found a lack of interventions targeting specifically older adults (Chase 2015), with existing interventions producing only small effects on PA (D. P. French et al 2014).…”

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Behaviour change techniques to facilitate physical activity in older adults: what and how

2017

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Physical inactivity in older adults presents a significant problem within modern societies globally. Using a mixed-method approach, this study explored strategies for the development and delivery of physical activity (PA) interventions by investigating what behaviour change techniques (BCTs) are useful, and how these techniques should be implemented to be feasible for older adults. Sixty-six older adults completed a survey indicating the most useful BCTs, mapping on to motivational, volitional and automatic factors. Of these, 48 older adults participated in an interview exploring strategies for a PA intervention targeted at older adults. The most useful BCT identified in the survey was autonomy support (61.3%), followed by instruction to perform the behaviour (43.5%) and having a credible source of information about PA (42.6%). The key themes discussed in the interviews included providing support in making an informed choice, instruction on how to perform PA, information about health consequences, social support, goal setting, action and coping plans, behavioural demonstration and practice, and monitoring PA. The interviews also revealed key aspects of programme implementation including face-to-face delivery, followed up with additional materials; low cost; age-appropriate PA level; and individualised approach. Interventions assisting older adults in increasing their PA participation across a range of settings should incorporate BCTs targeting multiple processes, while tailoring their delivery to older adults’ preferences to ensure their feasibility in supporting regular PA engagement.

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Behaviour change techniques to facilitate physical activity in older adults: what and how

2017

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“…Sims, et al, reportaron en su estudio que la prevalencia de actividad física en los mayores de 65 años fue más elevada en hombres que en mujeres, y que las mujeres dedicaban menos tiempo a caminar que los hombres en todos los grupos de edad (30).…”

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Asociación entre la fuerza de las piernas y el área de sección muscular transversal del músculo cuádriceps femoral y el grado de actividad física en octogenarios

Román¹,

Arévalo-Arévalo²,

García‐Pinillos³

2016

biomedica

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Contribución de los autores:Pedro Á. Latorre-Román: diseño del estudio, análisis estadístico y redacción del artículo Juan Manuel Arévalo-Arévalo: diseño del estudio y recolección de datos Felipe García-Pinillos: redacción del artículo y recolección de datos Asociación entre la fuerza de las piernas y el área de sección muscular transversal del músculo cuádriceps femoral y el grado de actividad física en octogenarios Pedro Á. Latorre-Román, Juan Manuel Arévalo-Arévalo, Felipe García-PinillosDepartamento de Expresión Corporal, Universidad de Jaén, Jaén, EspañaIntroducción. El envejecimiento es un proceso fisiológico complejo cuya principal característica es la progresiva pérdida de funcionalidad, lo que es posible retardar o atenuar mejorando el estado físico. Objetivo. Analizar la asociación entre la fuerza de las piernas y el área de sección muscular transversal del músculo cuádriceps femoral, así como el nivel de actividad física en octogenarios. Materiales y métodos. Participaron 32 personas mayores de 80 años (hombres: 82,80±2,09 años; mujeres: 83,77±4,09 años) funcionalmente autónomas. Para su evaluación se emplearon el índice de Barthel, el Yale Physical Activity Survey y la prueba de sentarse y levantarse.Resultados. Se encontraron diferencias significativas entre sexos en la variable de área muscular (p<0,001), en la prueba de sentarse y levantarse (p=0,028) y el índice de paseo (p=0,029), con valores superiores en los varones. El área muscular y la prueba de sentarse y levantarse se correlacionaron de manera significativa con el índice de paseo (r=0,445, p<0,005 y r=0,522, p<0,001, respectivamente), y con el índice de actividad total semanal (r=0,430, p<0,005 y r=0,519, p<0,001, respectivamente). En el modelo de regresión lineal múltiple de este último índice, el área muscular y la prueba de sentarse y levantarse, solo esta última se comportó como variable predictora. Conclusiones. La fuerza muscular y la masa muscular del músculo cuádriceps mostraron una asociación significativa con el grado de actividad física en personas mayores. La fuerza muscular de las piernas fue un indicador útil para revelar la masa muscular y el grado de actividad física en estas personas, lo cual tiene relevancia en la práctica clínica.Palabras clave: anciano, índice de masa muscular, extremidad inferior, actividad motora.doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.7705/biomedica.v36i2.2654Association between leg strength and muscle cross-sectional area of the quadriceps femoris with the physical activity level in octogenarians Introduction: Aging is a complex physiological process whose main feature is the progressive loss of functionality, which may be delayed or attenuated by improving physical fitness. Objective: To determine the association between leg strength and the muscle cross-sectional area of the quadriceps femoris in relation to physical activity level in the elderly. Materials and methods: Thirty-two functionally autonomous people over 80 years (men: 82.80±2.09 years; women: 83.77±4.09 years) participated in this study. The Barth...

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“…Being functionally mobile facilitates independence and enables regular social contact and access to support groups and services, decreasing the likelihood of loneliness and isolation . Enhancing functional mobility is increasingly important as sedentary lifestyles, resulting in health complications, are on the rise …”

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Understanding the assistive technology needs of people over 55: The future of mobility aids

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Objective To understand mobility issues not adequately serviced by assistive technology (AT). Methods A two‐stage mixed‐methods research project that forms the basis of future AT design and manufacture. Stage 1: a focus group comprising 46 participants (people aged 55 years or older with mobility issue/s) and their support networks. Stage 2: a sample of 413 people over 55 completed a purpose‐designed survey informed by stage 1, regarding mobility issues and perceived desirability of suggested AT mobility aids. Results Two core themes emerged: (a) functionality issues relating to existing AT designs and (b) identified mobility issues encountered during activities of daily living that could potentially be resolved by developing new AT. Importance was placed on certain features of AT mobility aids with cost, transportability and aesthetics being primary issues. Conclusion Consulting end‐users and their networks ensures valuable insight into how future AT can better address and target mobility needs.

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Prevalence of physical activity behaviour in older people: Findings from the Dynamic Analyses to Optimise Ageing (DYNOPTA) project and Australian national survey data

Cited by 7 publications

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Behaviour change techniques to facilitate physical activity in older adults: what and how

Behaviour change techniques to facilitate physical activity in older adults: what and how

Asociación entre la fuerza de las piernas y el área de sección muscular transversal del músculo cuádriceps femoral y el grado de actividad física en octogenarios

Understanding the assistive technology needs of people over 55: The future of mobility aids

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