Why I Get Up Off My Butt: Older Adults’ Motives to Limit Their Sedentary Behavior

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Liam Collins ◽  
J. Paige Pope
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Self Determination Theory ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Qualitative Description ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Similar Content ◽  
Thematic Approach ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Older adults spend more time, on average, engaged in sedentary behaviors (SBs) compared with younger cohorts. This is concerning, because prolonged SB is associated with detrimental outcomes. The purpose of this study was to explore the degree to which older adults’ motives to limit their SB were internalized, consistent with self-determination theory. Following the qualitative description approach, seven focus groups (n = 27) of community-dwelling older adults were conducted. Focus groups were transcribed verbatim and coded using a thematic approach. Results revealed some motivation subthemes, which appeared to endorse similar content, varied in the degree to which participants internalized them, differentiating these motives along the self-determination theory motivational continuum. These findings demonstrated that not all motives are equal, highlighting the importance of theory-driven future SB interventions.

Clustering of Domain-Specific Sedentary Behaviors and Their Association With Physical Function Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (7) ◽  
pp. 709-714
Author(s):  
Seigo Mitsutake ◽  
Ai Shibata ◽  
Kaori Ishii ◽  
Shiho Amagasa ◽  
Hiroyuki Kikuchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Physical Function ◽  
Television Viewing ◽  
Functional Decline ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Domain Specific ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Background: The present study examined the cluster of domain-specific sedentary behaviors (SBs) and their associations with physical function among community-dwelling older adults to identify the target groups that require intervention for SBs. Methods: A total of 314 older adults who participated in a population-based cross-sectional survey and an on-site functional assessment in Matsudo City in Chiba participated in this study. Participants were asked to report the daily average of 6 domain-specific SBs. To identify the cluster of domain-specific SBs, hierarchical cluster analysis was performed using the Ward method. Analysis of covariance adjusted for sociodemographic factors, exercise habit, chronic disease, and total SB time was performed to examine the associations between each cluster and physical functional status. Results: The average age of the participants was 74.5 (5.2) years. The 4 clusters identified were leisure cluster, low cluster, work and personal computer use cluster, and television viewing cluster. The analysis of covariance adjusted for covariates showed that grip strength (P = .01), maximum walking speed (P = .03), and 1-leg standing time (P = .03) were significantly poorer in the television viewing cluster than other clusters. Conclusions: It has been concluded that the television viewing group identified as a high-risk group of physical functional decline; therefore, interventions targeting this group are needed to prevent physical functional decline.

scholarly journals Exploring the Effects of Arts Intervention Groups on Well-Being Among Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 29-29
Author(s):  
Emily Ihara ◽  
Kathryn McNeil ◽  
Adriana Lopez-Piper ◽  
Maxine Eber ◽  
Catherine Tompkins ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Subjective Evaluation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Social Connections ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Social Conversation ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Engaging in the arts reportedly improves well-being, but research is limited on the specific effects for community-dwelling older adults. The purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to examine how taking part in different arts interventions (dance & music), affects older adults’ overall well-being compared to a social conversation control group. Sixty-four participants (mean = 71 years old) participated twice weekly in a 10-week intervention that included ballroom dancing (n=23), ukulele playing (n=17), and social conversation (n=24). At the conclusion, three focus groups were held to assess participants’ experiences and subjective evaluation of the interventions’ impact. Twenty-two out of the sixty-four participants (dance= 8, ukulele = 6, social conversation = 8) took part in focus groups. Transcripts of the recorded focus groups were independently coded and compared. Common themes were agreed-upon by two researchers. Focus groups revealed positive outcomes for participants in all three groups. Several themes emerged across the intervention groups compared to the control group, including participants feeling challenged as they crossed their comfort zones, reporting increased confidence, enhanced social connections, and a sense of accomplishment when learning new skills. Community-dwelling older adults reported improved health-related outcomes after taking part in arts and social conversation sessions. Implementation of community-engaged arts intervention programs for older adults in the future may examine motivators which attract participants, foster positive social connections during sessions, and use participant-empowering pedagogical adaptations to retain participants. These factors can increase the efficacy of arts-engaged programs and help improve well-being in older adults.

Sedentary Behavior and Perceived Occupational Performance Following Goal-Based Interventions Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 75 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 7512515340p1-7512515340p1
Author(s):  
Allison Naber ◽  
Whitney Lucas Molitor ◽  
Michaela Dendinger ◽  
Vitoria Heier ◽  
Madison Michels ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Additional Research ◽  
Occupational Performance ◽  
Sedentary Behaviors ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults ◽  
Primary Author

Abstract Date Presented Accepted for AOTA INSPIRE 2021 but unable to be presented due to online event limitations. Engagement in prolonged sedentary behaviors negatively impacts health. Sedentary behavior and perceived occupational performance were explored among community-dwelling older adults. In this pretest–posttest study, a goal-based approach to OT was used for intervention. While additional research is needed, participant-developed goals involving meaningful occupations may impact occupational performance and sedentary behavior among community-dwelling older adults. Primary Author and Speaker: Allison Naber Additional Authors and Speakers: Whitney Lucas Molitor Contributing Authors: Michaela Dendinger, Vitoria Heier, Madison Michels, and Dana Vandenberg

scholarly journals Low awareness of community-dwelling older adults on the importance of dietary protein: new insights from four qualitative studies

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joost O. Linschooten ◽  
Marije H. Verwijs ◽  
Janne Beelen ◽  
Marian A. E. de van der Schueren ◽  
Annet J. C. Roodenburg
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Dietary Protein ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Eating Behaviour ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Low Protein ◽  
Protein Rich ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

Abstract Meeting the recommended daily protein intake can be a challenge for community-dwelling older adults (CDOA). In order to understand why, we studied attitudes towards protein-rich products and healthy eating in general; identified needs and preferences, barriers and promotors and knowledge regarding dietary behaviour and implementation of high protein products. Attitudes towards protein-rich products and healthy eating were evaluated in focus groups (study 1, n 17). To gain insights in the needs and preferences of older adults with regard to meals and meal products (study 2, n 30), visual information on eating behaviour was assessed using photovoicing and verified in post-photovoice interviews. In studies 3 and 4, semi-structured interviews were conducted to identify protein consumption-related barriers, opportunities (n 20) and knowledge and communication channels (n 40), respectively. Risk of low protein intake was assessed using ProteinScreener55+ (Pro55+) in studies 2–4 (n 90). Focus groups showed that participants were unaware of potential inadequate dietary protein. Photovoicing showed that sixteen of thirty participants mainly consumed traditional Dutch products. In post-photovoice interviews, participants indicated that they were satisfied with their current eating behaviour. Barriers for adequate use of protein-rich products were ‘lack of knowledge’, ‘resistance to change habits’ and ‘no urge to receive dietary advice’. Promotors were ‘trust in professionals’ and ‘product offers’. Sixty-two percent had a low risk of low protein intake. CDOA feel low urgency to increase protein intake, possibly linked to low knowledge levels. A challenge for professionals would be to motivate older adults to change their eating pattern, to optimise protein intake.

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