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Research Protocol Adaptations During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Process Evaluation
J Aging Phys Act. 2023 Sep 12:1-7. doi: 10.1123/japa.2023-0052. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIn general, COVID-19-related adaptations that transitioned in-person assessments and interventions to a virtual format were not routinely evaluated. We aimed to conduct a process evaluation to examine the impact of COVID-19-related adaptations on a behavior change intervention designed to increase exercise adherence among Veterans with mobility difficulty. We used secondary data from a nonrandomized study to complete a process evaluation examining the intervention's reach, recruitment, fidelity, dose delivered by physical therapis...
Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - September 12, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Mariana Wingood Amy M Linsky Rebekah Harris Patricia Bamonti Jennifer Moye Jonathan F Bean Source Type: research

Physical Activity and Psychological Resilience in Older Adults: A Systematic Review of the Literature
J Aging Phys Act. 2023 Sep 12:1-11. doi: 10.1123/japa.2022-0427. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTOlder adults face numerous unfavorable functional changes caused by aging, but many exhibit resilience, which helps them cope with challenges. Physical activity is positively associated with resilience. Therefore, this systematic literature review aimed to uncover the relationships between physical activity and resilience in older adults. We have analyzed three freely and openly available databases: (a) PubMed/Medline, (b) ScienceDirect, and (c) Google Scholar, which yielded 20 eligible articles based on the inclusion and exclusi...
Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - September 12, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Eliza E Toth Ferenc Ih ász Roberto Ru íz-Barquín Attila Szabo Source Type: research

Self-Reported Vision Loss, Health Status, and Social Participation Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults-Evidence From China
J Aging Phys Act. 2023 Sep 12:1-12. doi: 10.1123/japa.2023-0005. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSocial participation is crucial for enhancing senior's well-being and promoting their integration into society. Using nationwide data investigated in China, this study explored the association between self-reported visual impairment, health level, and social participation among Chinese middle-aged old adults. It has been found that (a) the probability and frequency of social participation among middle-aged and older adults with self-reported vision loss were significantly lower than those without vision problems; (b) self-reporte...
Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - September 12, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Xiaodong Zhang Yuqian Lin Chengmeng Zhang Source Type: research

Physical and Cognitive Effects of High-Intensity Interval or Circuit-Based Strength Training for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review
J Aging Phys Act. 2023 Aug 31:1-24. doi: 10.1123/japa.2022-0425. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTMany older adults do not achieve recommended amounts of aerobic or strengthening exercise and high-intensity interval or circuit-based strengthening may offer a time-efficient solution. This review sought to determine the effects of high-intensity interval/circuit strengthening on physical and cognitive functioning for community-dwelling older adults, and its associated adherence, retention, and adverse events. Six databases were searched to June 2022 and 15 studies (11 for effectiveness) were included. The current certainty of e...
Source: Journal of Aging and Physical Activity - August 31, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Ashley Morgan Kenneth S Noguchi Ada Tang Jennifer Heisz Lehana Thabane Julie Richardson Source Type: research