scholarly journals The Engagement in Physical Activity for Middle-Aged and Older Adults with Multiple Chronic Conditions: Findings from a Community Health Assessment

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei-Chen Lee ◽  
Marcia G. Ory
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
The United States ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Multiple Chronic Conditions ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Musculoskeletal Systems

The current aging trends accompanying the increasing prevalence of multiple chronic conditions (MCCs) and decreasing participation in physical activity (PA) have swept the United States. In light of the magnitude of this phenomenon, this study seeks to identify the most common MCC combinations and their relationships with PA level. A cross-sectional study,Brazos Valley Health Assessment, was conducted between October 2009 and July 2010. All data analyses were performed by STATA 12.0. The overall sample which met the inclusion criteria is 2,603. Among people older than 45 years, chronic conditions of cardiovascular, endocrine, and musculoskeletal systems were the most prevalent. Participants with three chronic conditions were less likely to meet the PA standard than those with only two chronic conditions. Younger age, women, rural residence, and unsafe environments were related to the lower PA level. After adjusting for seven covariates, all MCCs combinations adversely affect the level of PA (, ). People with MCCs were among the least active subgroups despite the health benefits of doing exercise. Given the well-documented benefits of physical activity for delaying the onset or progression of MCCs, public health efforts to enhance regular PA in middle-aged and older adults are recommended.

scholarly journals Effects of Attitude, Motivation, and Eagerness for Physical Activity among Middle-Aged and Older Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Md Mizanur Rahman ◽  
Dongxiao Gu ◽  
Changyong Liang ◽  
Rao Muhammad Rashid ◽  
Monira Akter
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Sports Participation ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cost Effective Method ◽  
Global Statistics

Background. Although physical activity (PA) is a noninvasive and cost-effective method of improving the quality of health, global statistics show that only a few middle-aged and older adults engage in the recommended PAs. This is due to a lack of motivation and companionship. Objective. This study analyses the attitudes and self-determined motivation of Chinese middle-aged and older adults for PAs and their eagerness to participate in PAs such as sports, exercise, and recreational and cultural activities (RCAs), from attitudinal, eagerness, and motivational objectives of PAs perspective. Methods. A cross-sectional study was carried out on 840 middle-aged (35–54 years) and older adults (55+ years). To determine their attitude, eagerness, and self-determined motivation for PA, we used attitudinal, Eagerness for Physical Activity Scale (EPAS), and Situational Motivational Scale (SIMS). The data were analyzed with SPSS 23.0. Results. The results show that 39.1% of the participants were not satisfied with PAs. Compared with females, males reported a less positive attitude towards PAs. Moreover, a positive attitude decreases with age. Participants’ motivation and eagerness in activities such as RCAs, exercise, and sports are decreasing. Regarding self-determined motivation, there are gender differences in RCAs, but there is none for exercise and sports participation. Conclusion. The findings show the importance of RCAs and the support of family and friends enhancing the eagerness, attitude, and motivation to participate in PAs. Furthermore, the findings can help to create more effective PA programs for middle-aged and older adults. By engaging in RCAs, participants can reap the benefits of PAs. Participating in RCAs can lead to social equity in health.

Self-care difficulties and reliance on support among vulnerable middle-aged and older adults with chronic conditions: A cross-sectional study

Maturitas ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 104 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew Lee Smith ◽  
Caroline D. Bergeron ◽  
Seth D. Riggle ◽  
Lu Meng ◽  
Samuel D. Towne ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Association of Regular Leisure-Time Physical Activity with Happiness among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in Taiwan

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 8175
Author(s):  
Chyi Liang ◽  
Pei-Ling Wu ◽  
Po-Fu Lee ◽  
Chien-Chang Ho
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nationally Representative ◽  
Self Reported Health Status

The aim of the present study was to clarify the relationship between regular LTPA (i.e., 150–300 min of moderate-intensity or 75–150 min of high-intensity physical activity) and happiness among middle-aged and older adults in Taiwan. The cross-sectional study data were obtained from the Taiwan National Physical Activity Survey, a nationally representative survey of the Taiwanese population. A total of 12,687 middle-aged and older adults (45–108 years) were ultimately enrolled in this study. The questionnaire data obtained through this national telephone survey included sociodemographic characteristics, self-reported health status, self-evaluations (comprising height, body weight, and happiness), and zip code of residence. The results suggest a significant positive relationship between regular LTPA and happiness scores; that is, the middle-aged adults who engaged in more LTPA may report higher happiness occurrence than others. This study suggests that regular LTPA is an essential factor influencing happiness. LTPA is an essential form of physical activity that helps middle-aged and older people to relax.

scholarly journals Ability and Performance of Daily Activity for Older Adults With Multiple Chronic Conditions

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 219-220
Author(s):  
Tara Klinedinst ◽  
Juleen Rodakowski
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Daily Activity ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Multiple Chronic Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Depression Status ◽  
The Difference ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Using Data

Abstract Older adults with multiple chronic conditions (MCC), and especially with added depression, have lower levels of daily activity than those without MCC. Engagement in daily activities can be measured by ability (what individuals can do) and performance (what individuals actually do). Understanding this difference is critical to developing interventions that align with the daily activity needs of older adults with MCC. The aim of this study was to understand the relationships between ability and performance of instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) among older adults with varied MCC and depression status. We conducted a cross-sectional study using data from the National Health and Aging Trends Study. We used MANOVA to detect differences in ability and performance of IADL by MCC status and t-tests to test the difference between ability and performance for our sample. There was an effect of MCC status on ability and performance for older adults in this sample, F (10,13386) = 67.12, p < .001, ηp2 = .05; performance and ability were lowest for MM-D, and highest for no MCC. Post-hoc t-tests revealed a difference between the mean scores for ability (M = .79, SD = .29) and performance (M = .92, SD = .23) across all groups of MCC status, t (6693) = -50.174, p < .001. Older adults with MCC, particularly with depression, displayed diminished performance of IADL, although they have the ability. Our results suggest interventions should not only address what individuals can do, but also what they actually do in their context.

Leisure-Time Physical Activity, Subjective Age, and Self-Rated Memory in Middle-Aged and Older Adults

2018 ◽  
Vol 87 (4) ◽  
pp. 377-391 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yen T. Chen ◽  
Carole K. Holahan ◽  
Charles J. Holahan ◽  
Xiaoyin Li
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
The United States ◽  
Subjective Age ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Memory Concerns

Memory concerns are common in middle-aged and older adults. This study investigated the relation of leisure-time physical activity to self-rated memory and the possible mediating role of subjective age in this relationship in middle-aged and older adults. Cross-sectional analyses were conducted with a sample of 1,608 middle-aged and older adults from the second wave of the National Survey of Midlife Development in the United States (MIDUS2). In a path analysis conducted with Mplus, a higher level of leisure-time physical activity was associated with a more positive appraisal of memory compared to others of one’s age; younger subjective age partially mediated this relationship. Neither gender nor age-group moderated the association. Age, race, education, marital status, health status, and negative affect were controlled for in the analyses. These findings suggest a possible role of physical activity in countering the effects of age stereotypes on perceived memory.

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