7 'A's of Active Aging: Older Men's Suggestions for Physical Activity Programs.

7 'A's of Active Aging: Older Men's Suggestions for Physical Activity Programs.
J Aging Phys Act. 2019 Jun 12;:1-34
Authors: Deneau J, Horton S, van Wyk PM
Abstract
In an attempt to offset the widespread anticipated impact of aging populations, active aging programs have become nearly ubiquitous in Western society. Nonetheless, older adults tend to remain relatively inactive. The perspectives of older adults constitute a key resource to help guide active aging efforts. Moreover, gender-sensitized and ecological approaches to physical activity programming may contribute markedly to the efficacy and inclusiveness of such initiatives. Considering the paucity of research regarding older men's suggestions for physical activity programs, this study involved semi-structured interviews to ascertain the perceptions among 19 older men (75-90 years of age). Through a thematic analysis, seven key attributes emerged that participants believed physical activity programs should possess: Affordable, Available, Accessible, Adapted, Alternative, Accompanied, and Awareness. The complexities and implications pertaining to these attributes are discussed in the context of ecological theory and ideals of masculinity.
PMID: 31188711 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - June 13, 2019 Category: Geriatrics Tags: J Aging Phys Act Source Type: research