scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP OF AGING EXPECTATIONS, GOAL CONGRUENCE, AND ACTIVITY TO MUSCLE FUNCTION IN OLDER ADULTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S522-S522
Author(s):  
Murad H Taani ◽  
Christina Sima ◽  
Immaculate Apchemengich ◽  
Andrew Kaplan ◽  
Michael Fendrich ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Muscle Function ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Goal Congruence ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity ◽  
Relationship Of

Abstract Poor muscle function is a major source of disability among older adults and leads to negative health outcomes including falls and fractures, exacerbating healthcare cost. This study was undertaken to understand: a) the characteristics of muscle function; and b) the relationship of self-management process variables (expectations regarding aging, goal congruence, and self-efficacy for physical activity) and physical activity self-management behavior to muscle function in a sample of older adults (N = 65) 75-93 years of age living in Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Using a descriptive correlational design, muscle function was measured with the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) test and physical activity level with ActiGraph GT3X. Questionnaires included Expectations Regarding Aging and goal congruence scales and Physical Activity Assessment Inventory to assess self-efficacy. Pain was assessed by the PROMIS Pain Intensity 3a. Most participants (77%) performed poorly on the SPPB test. Controlling for pain, expectations regarding aging, goal congruence, self-efficacy and physical activity explained 46% of the variance in SPPB score. The model demonstrated that self-efficacy and light-intensity physical activity significantly explained 24.6 % of the variance in SPPB score; suggesting that low self-efficacy and decreased levels of light-intensity physical activity were significant predictors of low SPPB score. The findings demonstrate the need for more research documenting the underlying processes and risk factors for reduced muscle function. The potential benefits of this approach provide a basis for designing interventions to improve muscle function and delay the transfer to more restrictive living environments.

Duration–Response of Light-Intensity Physical Activity and Glucose Dynamics in Older Adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Whitney A. Welch ◽  
Scott J. Strath ◽  
Michael Brondino ◽  
Renee Walker ◽  
Ann M. Swartz
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity ◽  
Glucose Dynamics

scholarly journals Objective Light-Intensity Physical Activity Associations With Rated Health in Older Adults

2010 ◽  
Vol 172 (10) ◽  
pp. 1155-1165 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. P. Buman ◽  
E. B. Hekler ◽  
W. L. Haskell ◽  
L. Pruitt ◽  
T. L. Conway ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity

Light-Intensity Physical Activity and Cardiometabolic Risk Among Older Adults With Multiple Chronic Conditions

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 507-515 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yueyao Li ◽  
Kellee White ◽  
Katherine R. O’Shields ◽  
Alexander C. McLain ◽  
Anwar T. Merchant
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Blood Pressure ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Cardiometabolic Risk ◽  
Multiple Chronic Conditions ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity

Purpose: To assess the relationship between light-intensity physical activity (LIPA) and cardiometabolic risk factors among middle-aged and older adults with multiple chronic conditions. Design: Cross-sectional design utilizing data from the Health and Retirement Study (2010, 2012). Setting: Laboratory- and survey-based testing of a nationally representative sample of community-dwelling middle aged and older adults. Participants: Adults aged 50 years and older (N = 14 996). Measures: Weighted metabolic equivalent of tasks was calculated using self-reported frequency of light, moderate, and vigorous physical activity. Cardiometabolic risk factors (systolic and diastolic blood pressure, glycosylated hemoglobin [HbA1c], high-density lipoprotein cholesterol [HDL-C], total cholesterol, and non-HDL-C) were objectively measured. A multiple chronic condition index was based on 8 self-reported chronic conditions. Analysis: Weighted multivariate linear regression models. Results: Light-intensity physical activity was independently associated with favorable HDL-C (β = 1.25; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.46-2.05) and total cholesterol (β = 2.72; 95% CI: 0.53-4.90) after adjusting for relevant confounders. The HDL-C health benefit was apparent when stratified by number of chronic conditions, for individuals with 2 to 3 conditions (β = 1.73; 95% CI: 0.58-2.89). No significant associations were observed between LIPA and blood pressure, HbA1c, or non-HDL-C. Conclusions: Engaging in LIPA may be an important health promotion activity to manage HDL-C and total cholesterol. Additional longitudinal research is needed to determine the causal association between LIPA and cardiometabolic risk which can potentially inform physical activity guidelines targeting older adults with multiple chronic conditions.

scholarly journals The Relationship of Physical Activity Level With Arterial Stiffness, Cerebral Blood Flow, and Cognitive Function in Young Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 527-536
Author(s):  
Ruda Lee ◽  
Jin-Su Kim ◽  
Eui-Young Lee ◽  
Shin-Young Park ◽  
Moon-Hyon Hwang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Blood Flow ◽  
Cerebral Blood Flow ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Arterial Stiffness ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Step Counts ◽  
Intensity Physical Activity ◽  
Relationship Of

PURPOSE: This study aimed to investigate the relationship of physical activity level with arterial stiffness, cerebral blood flow, and cognitive function in young adults.METHODS: Forty-six young adults participated in this cross-sectional study. Physical activity levels were assessed for seven consecutive days using accelerometers. To assess arterial stiffness, the carotid–femoral artery pulse wave velocity (cfPWV) and augmentation index (AIx) were measured. Cognitive function was assessed using the Stroop Color-Word test, and cerebral blood flow was evaluated using near-infrared spectroscopy devices during the cognitive function test.RESULTS: AIx was inversely associated with axis-1 counts, vector magnitude counts, moderate-intensity physical activity (MPA) time, and moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA) time (r≤-0.31, p≤.04). The AIx adjusted to the heart rate of 75 beats per minute was inversely correlated with axis-1 counts, vector magnitude counts, step counts, MPA time, and MVPA time (r≤-0.33, p≤.03). There was no relationship between cfPWV and physical activity level parameters (r≤0.10, p≥.51). The difference between oxygenated and deoxygenated hemoglobin levels was positively related to axis-1 counts, step counts, MPA time, and MVPA time (r≥0.31, p≤.04). Regarding cognitive function, the response time for the presented words was negatively associated with step counts (r=-0.42, p<.01) and MPA time (r=-0.29, p=.048), and response time on the presented words with matched color was negatively related to step counts (r=-0.31, p=.04).CONCLUSIONS: More physically active adults are more likely to have lower arterial stiffness, increased brain oxygenation, and better cognitive function, even if they are young and healthy.

scholarly journals Malnutrition–Sarcopenia Syndrome and Self-Management Behaviors in Continuing-Care Retirement Community Residents

Geriatrics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 9
Author(s):  
Murad H. Taani ◽  
Immaculate Apchemengich ◽  
Christina Diane Sima
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Caloric Intake ◽  
The Self ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Continuing Care ◽  
Management Process ◽  
Process Factors ◽  
Aging Expectations

Malnutrition–sarcopenia syndrome (MSS) might put older adults at higher risk for disability, frailty, and mortality. This study examined the prevalence and association of the self-management-process factors (i.e., self-efficacy and aging expectations) and behaviors (protein and caloric intake and sedentary and physical-activity behaviors) to MSS among older adults living in continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Using a cross-sectional correlational design, data of 96 CCRC residents (82.4 ± 7.4 years) were analyzed. Muscle mass, strength, function, nutritional status, sedentary time, physical activity levels, protein and caloric intake, self-efficacy for physical activity, aging expectations, and physical and mental health-related quality of life were measured. Results show that 36 (37.5%) had sarcopenia, 21 (21.9%) had malnutrition risk, 13 (13.4%) had malnutrition, and 12 (12.5%) had MSS. We also found that high time spent in sedentary behaviors (OR = 1.041; 95% CI: 1.011–1.071) was associated with higher odds of having MSS and high expectations regarding aging (OR = 0.896; 95% CI: 0.806–0.997) was associated with less likelihood of having MSS. Findings suggest that CCRC residents should be screened for MSS. Self-management interventions that consider the self-management-process factors are needed to prevent MSS and mitigate its negative outcomes among CRCC residents.

scholarly journals Self-management processes, sedentary behavior, physical activity and dietary self-management behaviors: impact on muscle outcomes in continuing care retirement community residents

2022 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Murad H. Taani ◽  
Scott J. Strath ◽  
Rachel Schiffman ◽  
Michael Fendrich ◽  
Amy Harley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Retirement Community ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Continuing Care ◽  
Goal Congruence ◽  
Community Residents ◽  
Continuing Care Retirement Community ◽  
Management Behaviors

Abstract Background Despite the known benefits of non-sedentary behavior, physical activity, and protein and caloric intake to health and muscle mass, strength, and function, many older adults do not meet physical activity and dietary recommendations. A better understanding of the factors associated with sedentary behavior, physical activity and dietary self-management behaviors, and muscle outcomes (muscle mass, strength, and function) is needed, particularly among continuing care retirement community residents. The objective of this study was to examine the factors associated with sedentary behavior, physical activity and dietary self-management behaviors, and muscle outcomes among continuing care retirement community residents. It also aimed to determine whether sedentary behavior and physical activity and dietary self-management behaviors mediate the relationships between self-efficacy, goal congruence, aging expectations, social support, and muscle outcomes. Methods A sample of 105 continuing care retirement community residents (age > 70 years) participated in this correlational, cross-sectional study. Questionnaires on pain, self-efficacy, goal congruence, aging expectation, social support, and daily protein and caloric intake were administered. Physical activity and sedentary behavior (ActiGraph wGT3X-BT), muscle mass (ImpediMed SFB7), muscle strength (Jamar Smart Digital Hand Dynamometer), and muscle function (Short Physical Performance Battery) were measured. Multiple regression, logistic regression, and mediation analyses were performed. Results Low goal congruence predicted engagement in sedentary behavior and light physical activity. Higher levels of self-efficacy and social support were associated with increased likelihoods of achieving greater moderate physical activity and meeting daily recommendations for caloric intake, respectively. Self-efficacy and goal congruence predicted muscle function and strength. Moreover, sedentary behavior and achieving greater moderate physical activity were found to partially but significantly mediate the relationship between self-efficacy and muscle function. Conclusion Future research should evaluate whether attempts to reduce sedentary behavior and promote physical activity and dietary self-management behaviors and muscle outcomes are more successful when modifications to the self-management process factors are also targeted.

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