The Longitudinal Effects of a Lifestyle Physical Activity Intervention and a Structured Exercise Intervention on Physical Self-Perceptions and Self-Esteem in Older Adults

2009 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 743-760 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joke Opdenacker ◽  
Christophe Delecluse ◽  
Filip Boen
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Physical Condition ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Body Attractiveness ◽  
Sport Competence ◽  
Lifestyle Physical Activity

The objectives of this study were (1) to evaluate the long-term effects of a lifestyle physical activity intervention (n = 60) and a structured exercise intervention (n = 60) on physical self-perceptions and self-esteem in older adults compared with a control group (n = 66), and (2) to test the longitudinal fit of the exercise and self-esteem model (EXSEM). Immediately after the 11-month interventions, the lifestyle group showed significant improvements in self-perceived physical condition, sport competence, body attractiveness, and physical self-worth. In the structured group, significant effects were found on physical condition and sport competence. One year later, the lifestyle program had significant effects on body attractiveness and global self-esteem, while the structured group showed significant improvements in physical condition, sport competence, and body attractiveness. Path analyses revealed a good fit for the EXSEM across the 2-year period.

scholarly journals Longitudinal Examination of the Exercise and Self-Esteem Model in Middle-Aged Women

2010 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 862-880 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steriani Elavsky
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Condition ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Body Attractiveness ◽  
Self Worth ◽  
Longitudinal Examination

This 2-year prospective study examined the exercise and self-esteem model in middle-aged women (N = 143) previously enrolled in a randomized controlled exercise trial. Across the 2-year period, increases in physical activity (PA) and self-efficacy and reductions in body mass index (BMI) were associated with improved subdomain self-perceptions relative to physical condition, and reductions in BMI were associated with improved subdomain self-perceptions relative to physical condition and body attractiveness. The effects of PA, self-efficacy, and BMI on changes in physical self-worth and global self-esteem were mediated by changes in self-perceptions relative to physical condition and body attractiveness. The results of this longitudinal analysis support the hierarchical and multidimensional structure of self-esteem and indicate that middle-aged women can enhance how they perceive their condition and body attractiveness by continued participation in physical activity, increasing their self-efficacy, and maintaining healthy BMI levels.

Effectiveness of a Lifestyle Physical Activity Versus a Structured Exercise Intervention in Older Adults

2010 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 335-352 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evelien Van Roie ◽  
Christophe Delecluse ◽  
Joke Opdenacker ◽  
Katrien De Bock ◽  
Eva Kennis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Functional Performance ◽  
Physical Activity Behavior ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Cardiovascular Risks ◽  
Lifestyle Physical Activity

Two groups of sedentary older adults, participating in either a lifestyle physical activity intervention (LIFE,n= 60) or a structured exercise intervention (STRU,n= 60), were compared with a control group (CO,n= 66) in terms of physical fitness and cardiovascular risk factors. Participants in LIFE were stimulated to integrate physical activity into their daily routines and received an individualized home-based program. Participants in STRU completed 5 supervised training sessions every 2 wk in a fitness center. Both interventions lasted 11 months and focused on endurance, strength, flexibility, and postural/balance exercises. The results revealed that the interventions were equally effective in improving functional performance. STRU was more effective than LIFE in improving cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness. Limited effects emerged on cardiovascular risk, with STRU improving in total cholesterol and HDL. Consequently, interventions aiming at reducing cardiovascular risks among sedentary elderly should focus on long-term changes in physical activity behavior.

scholarly journals LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF LIFESTYLE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY INTERVENTION AND STRUCTURED EXERCISE INTERVENTION

2006 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-236 ◽  
Author(s):  
HISAO SUZUKI ◽  
HIDETAKA NISHIKAWA ◽  
NOBUYUKI MIYATAKE ◽  
YUKO NISHIDA ◽  
DA-HONG WANG ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Lifestyle Physical Activity

scholarly journals Weight Status Associations With Physical Activity Intensity and Physical Self-Perceptions in 10- to 11-Year-Old Children

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 100-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stuart J. Fairclough ◽  
Lynne M. Boddy ◽  
Nicola D. Ridgers ◽  
Gareth Stratton
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Physical Condition ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Vigorous Physical Activity ◽  
Normal Weight ◽  
Physical Activity Intensity ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Body Attractiveness ◽  
Activity Intensity

The study examined associations between children’s weight status, physical activity intensity, and physical self-perceptions. Data were obtained from 409 children (224 girls) aged 10–11 years categorized as normal-weight or overweight/obese. Physical activity was assessed using accelerometry, and children completed the Physical Self-Perception Profile. After controlling for the effects of age, maturation, and socioeconomic status vigorous physical activity was significantly associated with normal-weight status among boys (OR = 1.13, p = .01) and girls (OR = 1.13, p = .03). Normal-weight status was significantly associated with perceived Physical Condition (Boys: OR = 5.05, p = .008; Girls: OR = 2.50, p = .08), and Body Attractiveness (Boys: OR = 4.44, p = .007; Girls: OR = 2.56, p = .02). Weight status of 10–11 year old children was significantly associated with time spent in vigorous physical activity and self-perceptions of Body Attractiveness and Physical Condition.

The Physical Self in Motion: Within-Person Change and Associations of Change in Self-Esteem, Physical Self-Concept, and Physical Activity in Adolescent Girls

2014 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 551-563 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magnus Lindwall ◽  
Hulya Asci ◽  
Peter Crocker
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Adolescent Girls ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Latent Growth Curve ◽  
Latent Growth ◽  
Growth Curve Models ◽  
Latent Growth Curve Models ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Body Attractiveness ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

The purpose of this study was to examine patterns of within-person change, and associations of change, in global self-esteem (GSE), physical self-perceptions (PSP), and physical activity in a sample of 705 Canadian adolescent girls over three measurements points and 24 months. The Physical Self-Perceptions Profile (PSPP) was used to measure GSE and PSP, and the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A) was used to assess physical activity. Latent growth curve models were used to analyze the data. All PSP variables except for body attractiveness demonstrated significant average decline, but also significant was the change in between-person heterogeneity. Change in GSE and PSP was moderately to strongly related on a between-person level and weakly to moderately associated on a within-person level. Change in physical activity was related to change in the majority of the PSP variables but not to change in GSE.

Analysis of Self-Concept in Older Adults in Different Contexts

2004 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 262-274 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manuel de Gracia Blanco ◽  
Josep Garre Olmo ◽  
María Marcó Arbonès ◽  
Pilar Monreal Bosch
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
External Validity ◽  
Aging Process ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Self Perceptions ◽  
Discriminatory Capacity

Summary: Self-concept is a construct consisting of a group of specific self-perceptions that are hierarchically organized. Age-associated changes of self-concept are related to the individual's perception of the changes occurring throughout the aging process. The authors examined external validity and internal consistency of an instrument that has been developed to assess self-concept in older adults and examined self-concept's characteristics in two different contexts. Results confirm the multidimensionality of the scale and show a satisfactory external validity, indicating good discriminatory capacity. Findings support the hypothesis that older people who live in a nursing home have a poor self-esteem, self-concept, and psychological well-being and have a greater presence of depressive symptoms than people who live in their own home.

scholarly journals Effects of a DVD-delivered randomized controlled physical activity intervention on functional health in cancer survivors

BMC Cancer ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth A. Salerno ◽  
Neha P. Gothe ◽  
Jason Fanning ◽  
Lindsay L. Peterson ◽  
Graham A. Colditz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cancer Survivors ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Physical Activity Program ◽  
Functional Health ◽  
Link Type ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
Activity Program ◽  
Group Time

Abstract Background Supervised physical activity interventions improve functional health during cancer survivorship, but remain costly and inaccessible for many. We previously reported on the benefits of a DVD-delivered physical activity program (FlexToBa™) in older adults. This is a secondary analysis of the intervention effects among cancer survivors in the original sample. Methods Low active, older adults who self-reported a history of cancer (N = 46; M time since diagnosis = 10.7 ± 9.4 years) participated in a 6-month, home-based physical activity intervention. Participants were randomized to either the DVD-delivered physical activity program focused on flexibility, toning, and balance (FlexToBa™; n = 22) or an attentional control condition (n = 24). Physical function was assessed by the Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) at baseline, end of intervention, and at 12 and 24 months after baseline. Results Repeated measures linear mixed models indicated a significant group*time interaction for the SPPB total score (β = − 1.14, p = 0.048), driven by improved function from baseline to six months in the FlexToBa™ group. The intervention group also had improved balance (β = − 0.56, p = 0.041) compared with controls. Similar trends emerged for the SPPB total score during follow-up; the group*time interaction from 0 to 12 months approached significance (β = − 0.97, p = 0.089) and was significant from 0 to 24 months (β = − 1.84, p = 0.012). No significant interactions emerged for other outcomes (ps > 0.11). Conclusions A DVD-delivered physical activity intervention designed for cancer-free older adults was capable of eliciting and maintaining clinically meaningful functional improvements in a subgroup of cancer survivors, with similar effects to the original full sample. These findings inform the dissemination of evidence-based physical activity programs during survivorship. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.govNCT01030419. Registered 11 December 2009

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