scholarly journals MISMATCH BETWEEN PERCEIVED AND OBJECTIVE MOTOR IMPROVEMENTS WITH ADAPTED TANGO INTERVENTION IN OLDER ADULTS

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S170-S170
Author(s):  
Crystal Bennett ◽  
Nathalie Angel ◽  
Madeleine Hackney
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Motor Function ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Repeated Measures Design ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Lower Body Strength

Abstract The purpose of this secondary analysis was to assess the relationship between objective and subjective perceptions of motor function measures in older adults following a 12 week adapted tango or health education intervention. A quasi-experimental, two-group, repeated-measures design was used. The study took place in diverse senior independent living communities in an urban metropolitan area. 74 older adults participated (Tango: n= 62, age: 82.3 (8.81) years; Education: n=12, age: 84.1 (7.86) years). Participants were assigned to 20 sessions of 90-minute tango (n = 62) or health education (n = 12) classes over 12 weeks. Motor function, depression, mental and physical quality of life were measured before and after intervention. At post-test, participants indicated their level of agreement with statements that they improved in the objectively measured domains of motor function. Correlations were performed between subjectively rated agreement, and changes in motor function and depression/quality of life. Tango subjective ratings were negatively correlated with empirically observed improvements in balance (r= -.423) and endurance (r= -.241); although their ratings moderately correlated positively with coordination (r=.319) and minimally correlated positively with lower body strength (r=.188). In Tango, decreased depression was positively correlated with self-perceived improved lower body strength (r=.271) and endurance (r= .254). Improved mental function was moderately (r=.423) positively correlated with self-perceived improved balance and coordination (r=.306). After rehabilitation, even in the presence of improved depression and quality of life, older adults may not perceive empirically observed motor function improvements, particularly in balance and lower body strength.

scholarly journals Fitness in Older African American Population

2004 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 92-98 ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Marzilli ◽  
Petra B. Schuler ◽  
Kristin F. Willhoit ◽  
Melissa F. Stepp
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
African American ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Upper Body ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
African American Adults ◽  
Maximal Amount ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Lower Body Strength

With the rapid growth of the number of Americans aged 65 or older resulting in expectations of doubling the number of the population in that age bracket, health professionals and fitness experts will be called upon to develop and implement methods for keeping this population as healthy as possible for as long as possible, and to aid these individuals with retaining their quality of life. This study examined whether incorporating a low-cost, community-based strength and flexibility program would improve performancebased measures of strength, flexibility, and endurance in older (57 to 82 yr.; M = 68 yr., SD = 5 yr.) African-American adults. Evaluated components were upper body strength (maximal amount of weighted arm curls), lower body strength (maximal amount of chair-ups), upper body flexibility (backscratch), lower body flexibility (modified sit-and-reach), and aerobic endurance (maximal distance covered in 6 minutes). Twenty African-American adults (5 male and 15 female) volunteered to participate in five weeks of strength and flexibility training (twice per week, 60 min. per session). Posttest results showed performance improvements for all five measured parameters, with significant improvements found for upper- and lower- body strength and lower body flexibility. Additionally, the structure of this exercise program resulted in adherence rates of more than 80%. In light of these findings, it is important that the design of strength and flexibility programs for older adults be implemented through the collaboration of health professionals and fitness experts; it is with this multifaceted approach to aging that an improvement in quality of life in later years can be achieved successfully.

Exercise capacity and quality of life in cancer survivors after completion of a survivorship focused exercise program.

2018 ◽  
Vol 36 (7_suppl) ◽  
pp. 169-169
Author(s):  
Rebecca Jones ◽  
Trish Harrison ◽  
Doug Mesara
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Test Analysis ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Lower Body Strength ◽  
Paired T Test

169 Background: Exercise is a key component in addressing the concerns of cancer survivors. Only a third of survivors meet physical activity recommendations, and 70% of survivors are overweight/obese. For survivors, inactivity and obesity increase risks of recurrence, development of a second primary cancer, and higher mortality overall. Benefits of exercise include weight loss and improved quality of life. Survivorcise, a 12 week exercise program for survivors, was developed with the goal of improving exercise capacity and quality of life. Methods: Survivorcise is a small group exercise program meeting for 60 minutes, twice a week, for 12 weeks. Pre and post testing of strength, balance, and aerobic capacity and pre and post quality of life surveys were completed. Results: Forty-four participants completed Survivorcise between 2015 and 2017. Paired t-test analysis of pre and post testing revealed significant improvements in upper body strength (p = 0.0001), lower body strength (p = 0.0001), and balance (p = 0.0071). Aerobic capacity (p = 0.1583) improved, but not significantly. Paired t-test analysis of pre and post quality of life surveys revealed significant improvements in patient perception of strength (p = 0.0001), stress (p = 0.0002), weight gain (p = 0.0002), adjusting to the new normal (p = 0.0031), depression (p = 0.0034), fatigue (p = 0.0089), change in mood/behavior (p = 0.0094), pain (p = 0.0118), and lymphedema (p = 0.0290). Patient perception of memory (p = 0.1002), balance, walking, and mobility (p = 0.1104), sleep disturbance (p = 0.1361), neuropathy (p = 0.1455), anxiety (p = 0.1537), nausea/vomiting (p = 0.1597), hot flashes (p = 0.2247), poor appetite (p = 0.4560), osteoporosis (p = 0.5748), falls, tripping, and stumbling (p = 0.6574), and weight loss (p = 0.7890) showed no significant change. Conclusions: Our data demonstrated that Survivorcise is an effective tool for cancer survivors. The program significantly improved upper and lower body strength and balance. Participants self-reported significant improvement in perceived strength, stress, weight gain, adjusting to new normal, depression, fatigue, change in mood and behavior, pain, and lymphedema.

scholarly journals Effects of Pilates and aqua fitness training on older adults’ physical functioning and quality of life

2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-27 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdolna Vécseyné Kovách ◽  
Judit Kopkáné Plachy ◽  
József Bognár ◽  
Zsuzsanna Olvasztóné Balogh ◽  
István Barthalos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Functional Fitness ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Fitness Training

Abstract Study aim: To measure the effects of Pilates and aqua fitness training on functional fitness and quality of life in older individuals. Material and methods: A total of 54 participants (M = 66.4 ± 6.2 years) from a club for retired people in Eger, Hungary, were randomly assigned to 3 groups: one did Pilates 3 times/week (n = 22); one did aqua fitness 3 times/week (n = 17); and a control group (n = 15). The Fullerton Functional Fitness Test (FFFT) was used to measure functional fitness pre - and post-program. Quality of life was measured by WHO’s quality of life questionnaire (WHOQOL). Results: In the FFFT, significant improvement was found in 5 out of 7 variables: lower and upper body strength, lower body flexibility, physical mobility (especially dynamic balance), and aerobic endurance by the Pilates group. Shoulder flexibility improved significantly in the Aqua fitness group. Lower body strength improved in the control group. BMI did not change significantly in any of the groups. WHOQOL showed improvement in perception and autonomy in the Pilates group; sociability in the Aqua group. The between-subject analyses yielded a significant main effect of the experimental group F(1, 52) = 4367 (p < 0.001). Discussion: A 6-month intervention program is an appropriate tool to improve overall physical performance of healthy, inactive older adults, regardless of the type of exercise concerning Pilates or Aqua fitness, but might improve only some aspects of QOL. There is a strong need for well-designed intervention programs for the elderly.

scholarly journals Effects of an Eccentric Training Protocol Using Gliding Discs on Balance and Lower Body Strength in Healthy Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (24) ◽  
pp. 5965
Author(s):  
Juan Lopez-Barreiro ◽  
Pablo Hernandez-Lucas ◽  
Jose Luis Garcia-Soidan ◽  
Vicente Romo-Perez
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Body Composition ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Eccentric Training ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Lower Body Strength ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Training Protocol

Impaired balance and lower body weakness are the main causes of falls, which are considered to be the major cause of fractures and head injuries in the elderly and are recognised as a serious health problem. The aim of this study is to observe the effect of eccentric training, introducing new technologies (gliding discs), on body composition, lower body strength, balance and quality of life. A quasi-experimental study was carried out with 56 healthy participants who were divided into an experimental group (n = 31) who underwent the protocol consisting of 12 training sessions and a control group (n = 25) who did not undergo the training. Before and after the intervention, all participants underwent a measurement of body composition, the SJ jump, balance with accelerometry and quality of life with the Short Form 12 Health Survey. In the experimental group, statistically significant improvements were found in the variables balance and lower body strength. The application of this training protocol improves lower body strength and the ability to control balance in the adult population.

The Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Training on Upper and Lower Body Strength in Older Adults

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 35-50
Author(s):  
Chantelle C. Lachance ◽  
Kenji Kenno ◽  
Patricia L. Weir ◽  
Kelly M. Carr ◽  
Nancy McNevin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Whole Body Vibration ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Body Vibration ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Vibration Training ◽  
Lower Body Strength ◽  
Whole Body Vibration Training

Does Yoga Engender Fitness in Older Adults? A Critical Review

2011 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaitlyn P. Roland ◽  
Jennifer M. Jakobi ◽  
Gareth R. Jones
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Large Variability ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Exercise Activity ◽  
Comprehensive Search ◽  
Lower Body Strength ◽  
And Function

Interest in yoga is growing, especially among older adults. This review critically summarizes the current literature to investigate whether physical fitness and function benefits are engendered through the practice of yoga in older adults. A comprehensive search yielded 507 studies; 10 studies with 544 participants (69.6 ± 6.3 yr, 71% female) were included. Large variability in yoga styles and measurement outcomes make it challenging to interpret results across studies. Studies reported moderate improvements for gait (ES = 0.54, 0.80), balance (ES = 0.25–1.61), upper/lower body flexibility (ES = 0.25, 0.70), lower body strength (ES = 0.51), and weight loss (ES = 0.73, 0.99). Yoga may engender improvements in some components of fitness in older adults. However, more evidence is needed to determine its effectiveness as an alternative exercise to promote fitness in older adults. Further investigation into yoga as an exercise activity for older adults is warranted.

scholarly journals Changes in Quality of Life and Loneliness Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults Participating in Therapist-Guided Digital Mental Health Intervention

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine E. Gould ◽  
Chalise Carlson ◽  
Ana Jessica Alfaro ◽  
Christina F. Chick ◽  
Martha L. Bruce ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Mobile App ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Mental Health Interventions

Background: This study aimed to examine the effects of a 12-week multicomponent mobile app-delivered intervention, the Meru Health Program (MHP), on mental health quality of life (QoL) and loneliness among the middle-aged and older adults with depression symptoms.Methods: The eligible participants (M age = 57.06, SD = 11.26 years) were enrolled in the MHP, a therapist-supported mobile intervention. Using a non-randomized pre-post design, change in mental health QoL [WHO QoL Brief (WHOQOL-BREF) psychological health] and loneliness (UCLA Loneliness Scale) from baseline to post-treatment were examined. Time of enrollment [pre- vs. post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)] was included as a between-subjects factor in the repeated measures analyses.Results: Forty-two participants enrolled prior to the COVID-19 pandemic; eight enrolled after the pandemic began. Among the pre-COVID-19 enrollees, increase in mental health QoL, F(1, 38) = 12.61, p = 0.001, η2 = 0.25 and decreases in loneliness emerged, F(1, 38) = 5.42, p = 0.025, η2 = 0.13. The changes in mental health QoL, but not loneliness, held for the combined sample, such as post-COVID-19 enrollees, F(1, 44) = 6.02, p = 0.018, η2 = 0.12. The regression analyses showed that increases in mindfulness were associated with the increased mental health QoL and decreased loneliness.Conclusion: Therapist-supported digital mental health interventions, such as the MHP, have the potential to improve mental health QoL and decrease loneliness among the middle-aged and older adults. The findings for loneliness may not hold during the periods of mandated isolation. Instead, therapists supporting digital interventions may need to tailor their approach to target loneliness.

“Fit and Fabulous”: Mixed-Methods Research on Processes, Perceptions, and Outcomes of a Yearlong Gym Program With Assisted-Living Residents

2014 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 212-225 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Ann Kluge ◽  
Michelle LeCompte ◽  
Lisa Ramel
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Assisted Living ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Active Time ◽  
Body Strength ◽  
Trained Staff ◽  
Lower Body Strength ◽  
Resource Support

This study’s mixed-methods design sought to understand how to encourage assisted-living (AL) residents to initiate and continue exercise in a gym setting. Ten residents participated in this yearlong program. Processes developed and perceived benefits were understood through interviews and observations. Changes in active time, lower body strength, and workload were evaluated using direct measures. Findings indicated that AL residents regularly used exercise machines (mean participation = 53.8%) and increased active time and lower body strength (p= .02) when adequately prepared and supported. Participants prioritized gym time and developed pride and ownership in the program. They described themselves as exercisers and developed a sense of belonging to their new home. Friendships with one another, staff, and university partners were nurtured in the gym setting. When provided space, equipment, trained staff, and additional resource support, AL residents’ quality of life and life satisfaction were enhanced in several domains.

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