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- Title
Step by step: An ecological momentary assessment physical activity in rural elderly.
- Authors
RAMALHO, ANDRÉ; AFONSO, JOÃO; DUARTE-MENDES, PEDRO; SERRANO, JOÃO; PAULO, RUI; PETRICA, JOÃO
- Abstract
The adoption of a sedentary lifestyle has led to significant health consequences for the population. However, research shows that being more physically active can help prevent falls, improve cardiovascular capacity, and increase muscle strength in older adults. To better understand these behaviours, it is important to consider the social and environmental context in which they occur. The aim of this study was to describe the daily physical activity of older adults living in rural areas of Portugal using ecological momentary assessment. A total of 19 participants with an average age of 74.7 years (SD = 8.5) were included in the study. Data were collected using diary entries at 20-minute intervals. Results showed that older adult's physical activity is mainly focused on housework, tending the vegetable garden, and occasional outdoor walks, most of which take place at home and occasionally outdoors. This information demonstrates the importance of promoting physical activity specifically to ensure the overall health and well-being of this population.
- Subjects
ECOLOGICAL momentary assessments (Clinical psychology); PHYSICAL activity; MUSCLE strength; OLDER people; SEDENTARY lifestyles
- Publication
Journal of Human Sport & Exercise, 2024, Vol 19, Issue 1, p251
- ISSN
1988-5202
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.14198/jhse.2024.191.20