Physical activity and the aging process

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-64
Author(s):  
Joanna Leśniewicz ◽  
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Marcin Ferdynus ◽  
Danuta Wojterzak ◽  
Łukasz Banasiak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Aging Process ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

After reaching old age, the elderly most often withdraw from social life. This is a serious problem because by isolating themselves from society they become less active. This has an impact on the emergence of many diseases related to both old age and the impact of physical inactivity on the body. The aim of the study was to present the consequences of the aging process in various aspects of the body’s functioning and the role of physical activity in eliminating these consequences. Unfortunately, there are still too few activities focused on physical activity for people over 65. This should change, because physical activity has a very positive effect on the human body and its well-being. Additionally, it can be observed that the earlier physical activity is started, the less changes in the body associated with the progressive aging process will occur. Such a person will be more agile and will not have major problems in dealing with overcoming the difficulties of everyday life.

scholarly journals Modern methodological and organizational fundamentals of health and recreational motor activity in the elderly

2020 ◽  
pp. 40-44
Author(s):  
S. Duditska ◽  
A. Hakman ◽  
A. Medvid
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Motor Activity ◽  
Synthesis Method ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
Organized Activities ◽  
Recreational Physical Activity ◽  
The Impact

The research examines the problem of the impact of health and recreational physical activity on the body of the elderly by means of fitness. It is established that regular physical activity, clearly dosed and carefully selected by means, methods and interests, increases the level of efficiency, motor training, morphofunctional state of the elderly. The purpose of the study - based on the analysis of scientific and methodological literature to substantiate the theoretical and methodological support of health and recreational motor activity and to identify its impact on the body of the elderly. Research methods: theoretical analysis of special scientific and methodical literature, documentary materials, abstraction, logical-theoretical analysis, method of synthesis, method of systematization. Results. It is determined that physical activity is the first factor of longevity, prolongation of life expectancy. Health and recreational motor activity improve well-being, delay the aging of the body due to organized activities, improve the functional and psychophysiological state of the body. During the scientific research the peculiarities of the influence of health and recreational physical activity on the body of the elderly were singled out. The positive effect of dosed classes of health and recreational motor activity can be traced to all the main functions of the aging organism. The main tasks of using the means of health and recreational physical activity in old age are identified. In the course of the research, the basic rules that should be followed during health fitness training with the elderly are highlighted.

Review of research on the impact of physical activity on mental state of the elderly

Physiotherapy ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulina Morga ◽  
Justyna Traczyk ◽  
Klaudyna Wittenbeck ◽  
Agnieszka Zygmont
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Mental State ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Diagnostic Tools ◽  
Everyday Activities ◽  
The World ◽  
Analysis Of Results ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mental And Physical Health

AbstractThe aim of the review was to find the factors correlated to the state of mental and physical health of the elderly as well as the factors, behaviours and activities that can be influenced and potentially modified. We performed an analysis of results of research conducted in many places all across the world among the persons after the age of 50. The results of this research indicate a significant role of physical activity in functioning of the elderly. They show how it influences their performance of everyday activities, their mood and health. We discuss the research taking into account the diagnostic tools used, the interventions performed and their effectiveness.

Impact of Exercise/Sport on Well-being in Congenital Bleeding Disorders

2018 ◽  
Vol 44 (08) ◽  
pp. 796-801
Author(s):  
Silvia Fasoli ◽  
Giorgio Gandini ◽  
Anna Giuffrida ◽  
Massimo Franchini
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Other ◽  
Bleeding Disorders ◽  
Coagulation Disorders ◽  
Sporting Activity ◽  
The Impact

AbstractPhysical activity provides many benefits in patients with congenital bleeding disorders. Patients with hemophilia are encouraged to participate in exercise and sports, especially those patients receiving prophylaxis. Several publications and guidelines have explored this issue in hemophilia patients, evaluating in particular the impact of physical activity on patients' well-being and quality of life. The other rare congenital bleeding disorders are less studied; they are heterogeneous in terms of clinical bleeding phenotype, incidence of hemarthrosis, and arthropathy. Furthermore, prophylaxis in these patients is less common than in hemophilia patients, which must be considered when choosing the type of physical and sporting activity. In this review, the authors have analyzed the literature focusing their attention on those rare coagulation disorders that may be complicated by arthropathy and the role of exercise and sports in this context.

scholarly journals Physical Activity and Rehabilitation – A Key to Healthy Aging

2021 ◽  
Vol 48 (4) ◽  
pp. 62-68
Author(s):  
V. Mihaylova ◽  
I. Ivanova ◽  
A. Alakidi ◽  
K. Kilova ◽  
M. Liochkova
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Healthy Aging ◽  
Senior Citizen ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
New Beginning ◽  
Good Mental Health ◽  
Insufficient Physical Activity ◽  
Contemporary Medicine

Abstract A doctrine was established regarding the so called “new beginning” – the transition to the post-retirement period for a full-value experience of the available compensatory reserves and creation of overcoming strategies for opposing and coping with the obstacles in the still uncommon lifestyle of the senior citizen. By outlining the role of physical activity in a synthesized format, a successful attempt for data classification worldwide was made; in one fourth of the elderly people there is insufficient physical activity, more evident in the women and for Bulgaria this percent is higher (95%). The role and effect of categorized physical exercises for mobility, flexibility, and stretching, aerobic and anaerobic movements have been pointed out. Moreover, the review discusses the preventive effects of rehabilitation, including psychological ones and the role of it in helping patients live with socially significant diseases, coping with disability. The contribution of physical activity and rehabilitation as protective factors of non-infectious diseases is associated with good mental health, improved quality of life and well-being. Within this meaning, while contemporary medicine adds years to life, physical activity and mostly rehabilitation is a significant reason for adding a meaningful life in the course of aging and old age.

scholarly journals Cycling as way increasing women motor activity

2019 ◽  
pp. 117-121
Author(s):  
M. Yachnyk ◽  
I. Iachniuk ◽  
I. Iachniuk
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Motor Activity ◽  
Human Health ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physical Development ◽  
The Body ◽  
World Health ◽  
Personal Hygiene

The article focuses on the fact that the leading condition for the physical development of a human is to achieve success in a healthy lifestyle. Healthy living is a practical action aimed at preventing diseases, strengthening all systems of the body and improving the overall well-being of the person. Optimal motor activity basis of the method of formation of healthy lifestyle, which influences different spheres of modern human life. Its need is determined by the patterns of normal growth and body development. It provides for the development and improvement of various processes of vital activity, support and promotion of health. Human physical activity with harmonious combination exercise, are indispensable means of preventing diseases, important factors for promoting human health and maintaining its efficiency. According to the definition of the World Health Organization, daily motor activity includes types of movements aimed at meeting the natural human needs (sleep, personal hygiene, eating, efforts spent on its preparation, purchase of products), as well as training and production activities, and specially organized physical activity combines various forms of exercise in its structure. The uniqueness of cycling is that during training you not only imitate mountain biking, but also exercise, and all this is done under pleasant music and under the guidance of an experienced trainer and lasts 45-55 minutes. During the exercise, almost all skeletal muscles are activated, and the load is distributed almost evenly into the upper and lower body. Variety of physical exercises, accuracy of dosing of loads, make the exercise on bikes accessible to people of different age categories. One of the main conditions for the physical development of young people, achieving success in a healthy life is health itself. Human health depends on the lifestyle that characterizes the conditions and features of daily life. Lifestyles cover different spheres: work, study, life, social life, culture, people's behavior and their spiritual values.

scholarly journals The impact of social isolation on a selected group of older brazilians within the context of the covid-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 89-94
Author(s):  
Natalia Sperli Geraldes Marin dos Santos Sasaki ◽  
Marília Louvison ◽  
Camila Garcel Pancote ◽  
Maria de Lourdes Sperli Geraldes Santos ◽  
Amena Alcântara Ferraz Cury ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Isolation ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Social Activity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Corona Virus ◽  
The Social ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
The Impact

Objective: This paper is an examination of the experiences of a selected group of older Brazilians people which aims to analyse how they have been impacted by COVID-19 and, particularly, how they have been affected by protective social isolation measures. Methodology: 42 older residents of Sao Jose do Rio Preto were interviewed by phone. The applied script question was developed by International Longevity Centre the Netherlands, based at the Leyden Academy on Vitality and Aging. The data collection instrument consisted of five categories of analysis: social activities, social contacts and connectivity, well-being, vitality and health, and COVID-19 news and reports. Results: All in-person social activity ceased with the implementation of the isolation measures. Most of the interviewees pointed out to be suffering do to absence of their children, grand-children, other relatives and close friends from whom they have being apart since the beginning of the Corona virus pandemic. A large number of the interviewees recognized a worsening of their health condition and attributed it to the suspension of the physical activities and the social life that they had before isolation. Conclusion: The interviewed showed some insight about the experiences of older Brazilian adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. They all revealed a strong awareness of their physical vulnerability regarding corona virus. Most accepted the need to protect themselves through isolation or any other measures. However, there are barriers that difficulty the elderly people isolation as they live with of member of the family with different ages and in poor financial situations.

Physical Activity in Women with Breast Cancer and Those After Mastectomy

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-107
Author(s):  
Patrycja Gierszon ◽  
Agata Stachura ◽  
Magdalena Paziewska ◽  
Marzena Samardakiewicz ◽  
Marzena Furtak-Niczyporuk
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
The Body ◽  
Mineral Density ◽  
Professional Literature ◽  
Mammary Gland Cancer ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

Mammary gland cancer, commonly known as breast cancer, is the most common malignancy in women in Poland. The occurrence of the disease and its treatment are associated with a decrease in physical fitness and endurance of the body, and also make it difficult to meet basic life needs and result in a deterioration in the quality of life. The aim of the study is to present physical activity in women with breast cancer and after mastectomy. Analysis of professional literature and available research results in patients undergoing oncological therapy in the treatment of breast cancer indicates the need for them to undertake physical activity and physiotherapy in order to minimize the effects of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and mastectomy. Analysis of studies in terms of the impact of physical activity on the rehabilitation and recovery of patients with breast cancer showed a significant impact of physical fitness on bone mineral density as the most important factor in the development and maintenance of normal bone metabolism. Physical exercises have also been shown to have a positive effect on patients during and after treatment. Regular physical exercise in women treated for cancer is essential and has a significant impact on reducing muscle deficits and the entire skeletal system.

NUTRITION IN SELECTED OLD AGE DISEASES

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Mituła ◽  
Katarzyna Tomczyk ◽  
Beata Łabuz-Roszak
Keyword(s):  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Neurodegenerative Diseases ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Aging Process ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Body ◽  
Stroke Type ◽  
The Right

In the population of Poland, as well as in other European countries, an aging process is taking place. It is expected that in Poland in 2050, up to 35% of the population may be seniors. With increasing age, there are numerous changes in the body that necessitate the modification of the current diet. Incorrect diet is a risk factor for many old age diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases, osteoporosis, atherosclerosis, stroke, type 2 diabetes and hypertension. The aim of this study is to review the nutrition recommendations in selected diseases of the elderly. The diet of seniors should provide the right amount of nutrients and be adapted to existing diseases. A proper diet can reduce the risk of complications from senile diseases.

Water in Students’ Life and its Impact on their Health

2021 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-104
Author(s):  
Grygoriy P. Griban ◽  
Olena V. Filatova ◽  
Anatolii I. Bosenko ◽  
Ganna V. Tamozhanska ◽  
Andrii M. Lytvynenko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Balance ◽  
Water Consumption ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
The Body ◽  
High Quality ◽  
National University ◽  
Quality Water ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

Aim: Is to study the role of water in the life of students and to investigate the impact of its quality on the health of students who did sports. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted at Polissya National University (Zhytomyr, Ukraine) in 2018-2020. Thus, 509 students between the ages of 17 and 23 who did not do sports and 317 student-athletes were surveyed. The level of students’ health was examined according to the methodology of G.L. Apanasenko. Results: It was found that the majority of students who did not do sport (97.5% of males and 96.7% of females) did not stick to the water consumption schedule, while 50.8% of males and 52.2% of females who did sport followed strict norms of the water consumption schedule to maintain water balance. According to most health indicators, students-athletes had better average values of the studied indicators than those students did not do sport. Conclusions: Water plays an important role in the lives of students and especially those students who do sport. High-quality water, sticking to water consumption schedule, especially during prolonged physical exercise and at high temperatures have a positive effect on the body and improve the health of students.

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