Select Physical Activity Determinants in Independent-Living Elderly

This study examined, among a well-defined independent-living segment of the elderly, the relationship of health status, spirituality, leisure satisfaction, and educational attainment to regular physical activity involvement. Two hundred forty-four subjects, ranging in age from 60 to 81 years, were d...

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Published in:Activities, adaptation, & aging adaptation, & aging, 2002-06, Vol.26 (4), p.17-26
Main Authors: Guinn, Bobby, Vincent, Vern
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Education
health
life satisfaction
religious well-being
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Summary:This study examined, among a well-defined independent-living segment of the elderly, the relationship of health status, spirituality, leisure satisfaction, and educational attainment to regular physical activity involvement. Two hundred forty-four subjects, ranging in age from 60 to 81 years, were drawn from a popular retirement area and data were gathered through a self-report survey instrument. Discriminant analysis revealed that a higher level of education, religious well-being, and perceived health distinguished regular physical activity participants from non-regular. Results suggest interventions designed to promote physical activity among high-functioning elderly focus on educational strategies emphasizing the health benefits of exercise with the inclusion of spiritual wellness aspects.
ISSN:0192-4788
1544-4368
DOI:10.1300/J016v26n04_02