Perceptions of peer-led learning among older adults in a community-based aquatic exercise program

2019 ◽  
Vol 45 (4) ◽  
pp. 297-308
Author(s):  
Bora Jin ◽  
Jihyun Lee ◽  
Lisa M. Baumgartner
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Aquatic Exercise ◽  
Community Based

What Sustains Long-Term Adherence to Structured Physical Activity After a Cardiac Event?

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonia M. Martin ◽  
Catherine B. Woods
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Clinical Group ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Established Coronary Heart Disease ◽  
Rich Information ◽  
Constant Comparative Analysis

Purpose:Research addressing methods to sustain long-term adherence to physical activity among older adults is needed. This study investigated the motivations and supports deemed necessary to adhere to a community-based cardiac rehabilitation (CBCR) program by individuals with established coronary heart disease.Methods:Twenty-four long-term adherers (15 men, 9 women; age 67.7 ± 16.7 yr) took part in focus-group discussions.Results:Constant comparative analysis supported previous research in terms of the importance of referral procedures, social support, and knowledge of health benefits in influencing uptake and adherence to CBCR. Results also highlighted the routine of a structured class and task-, barrier-, and recovery-specific self-efficacy as necessary to sustain long-term adherence for this specific clinical group.Discussion:Older adults themselves provide rich information on how to successfully support their long-term adherence to structured exercise sessions. Further research into how to build these components into any exercise program is necessary.

scholarly journals Jumping into the deep-end: results from a pilot impact evaluation of a community-based aquatic exercise program

2015 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 1593-1601 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna L Barker ◽  
Jason Talevski ◽  
Renata T. Morello ◽  
Genevieve A. Nolan ◽  
Renee D. De Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Impact Evaluation ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Aquatic Exercise ◽  
Community Based ◽  
End Results

The Potential of Optometrists’ Referrals of Older Patients to Community-Based Exercise Programs: Findings From a Mixed-Methods Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 194-207
Author(s):  
Christina E. Miyawaki ◽  
Rebecca L. Mauldin ◽  
Carolyn R. Carman
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Older Patients ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Routine Practice ◽  
Exercise Programs ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cross Sectional Design

Exercise is important for older adults in order to prevent falls and live safer, healthier lives. Visual impairment is a risk factor for falling. Older adults tend to visit optometrists frequently; however, assessing patients’ physical exercise levels is not a routine practice for optometrists. The purpose of this study was to examine the potential for optometrists’ referrals to exercise programs. This study used a mixed-method, cross-sectional design. In focus groups, optometry patients (N = 42) discussed the acceptability of an optometrist’s prescription for exercise programs. The vast majority of optometry patients (90%) indicated that they would follow such a prescription for exercise from their optometrists. Texas optometrists (N = 268) were surveyed about the potential for exercise program prescriptions, and 97% indicated a willingness to prescribe exercise programs to their patients. The results suggest that there is an opportunity for community–clinical partnerships to prevent falls and to improve the health of older patients.

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