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Relationship Between Executive Function Subdomains and Postural Balance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Relationship Between Executive Function Subdomains and Postural Balance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
Background: Executive function (EF) deficits are a significant risk factor for falls among older adults (OAs). However, re...
Sleep Characteristics, Magnetic Resonance Imaging- and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry-Based Morphological Parameters, Muscle Strength, and Risk of Falls in Sedentary Older Subjects
Sleep Characteristics, Magnetic Resonance Imaging- and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry-Based Morphological Parameters, Muscle Strength, and Risk of Falls in Sedentary Older Subjects
Background: The aims of this cross-sectional study were to (a) assess actigraphy-based sleep parameters (total sample and ...
Impact of Land Versus Water Environments on Orthostatic Hypotension in Older Adults: A Randomized Crossover Study
Impact of Land Versus Water Environments on Orthostatic Hypotension in Older Adults: A Randomized Crossover Study
Background/Objectives: Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a common condition among older adults that increases the risk of fa...
Lumbar Extensor Muscle Strength and Physical Performance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Findings From SarcoSpine Cohort
Lumbar Extensor Muscle Strength and Physical Performance in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Findings From SarcoSpine Cohort
Background: The lumbar extensor muscles (LEMs) play an important role in body posture and physical function in older adult...
A Pre–Post Study Design Exploring the Potential Benefits of a Hiking Intervention for Active and Inactive Older Adults
A Pre–Post Study Design Exploring the Potential Benefits of a Hiking Intervention for Active and Inactive Older Adults
Introduction: Physical activity (PA) is essential for healthy aging, yet PA levels are low in older adults. Group-based na...
Poor Activities of Daily Living Predict Future Weight Loss in Older Adults After Hospital Discharge—Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Trial
Poor Activities of Daily Living Predict Future Weight Loss in Older Adults After Hospital Discharge—Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Trial
This study examined whether participants with poor activities of daily living (ADLs) at hospital discharge had increased w...
Does Attraction Toward Physical Activity Predict Physical Activity Behavior in Older Adults?
Does Attraction Toward Physical Activity Predict Physical Activity Behavior in Older Adults?
Background/Objectives: Few studies have investigated associations between the motivational outcome based on physical activ...
Effects of Walking-Only Intervention on Physical Function, Fall-Related Outcomes, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Effects of Walking-Only Intervention on Physical Function, Fall-Related Outcomes, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
This study aimed to determine the effects of walking-only intervention (walking was the only exercise in which people part...
Associations of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior With Self-Rated Health Status in Brazilian Older Adults
Associations of Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior With Self-Rated Health Status in Brazilian Older Adults
In a longevity society, as we live longer, adopting healthy lifestyles is essential to develop and maintain functional abi...
Effects of Tai Chi Chuan on Older Adults’ Balance: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis
Effects of Tai Chi Chuan on Older Adults’ Balance: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis
Background: Tai Chi Chuan (TCC) is considered a mind and body practice of Chinese origin, considered as an intangible cult...
Volume 33 (2025): Issue 1 (Feb 2025)
Volume 33 (2025): Issue 1 (Feb 2025)
"Volume 33 (2025): Issue 1 (Feb 2025)" published on 01 Feb 2025 by Human Kinetics, Inc..
Differences in Habitual and Maximal Gait Velocity Across Age Groups: A Cross-Sectional Examination
Differences in Habitual and Maximal Gait Velocity Across Age Groups: A Cross-Sectional Examination
Prior work, primarily focusing on habitual gait velocity, has demonstrated a cost while walking when coupled with a cognit...
Predictors of Usual and Peak Gait Speed in Community-Dwelling Older Adults With Mild-to-Moderate Alzheimer’s Dementia
Predictors of Usual and Peak Gait Speed in Community-Dwelling Older Adults With Mild-to-Moderate Alzheimer’s Dementia
Gait speed significantly affects functional status and health outcomes in older adults. This cross-sectional study evaluat...
Effects of Sport Participation on Gait Coordination, Symmetry, and Variability in Older Adults
Effects of Sport Participation on Gait Coordination, Symmetry, and Variability in Older Adults
The aim of this study was to compare the interlimb coordination, asymmetry, and variability between older adults who parti...
Use of Dual-Task Timed-Up-and-Go Tests for Predicting Falls in Physically Active, Community-Dwelling Older Adults—A Prospective Study
Use of Dual-Task Timed-Up-and-Go Tests for Predicting Falls in Physically Active, Community-Dwelling Older Adults—A Prospective Study
This prospective study aimed to determine which specific mobility tests were the most accurate for predicting falls in phy...
Is Walk Score Associated With Physical Activity and Screen Time in Brazilian Older Adults?
Is Walk Score Associated With Physical Activity and Screen Time in Brazilian Older Adults?
This study aimed to examine the relationship between Walk Score index with walking to commuting, moderate-to-vigorous phys...
Joy, Jobs, and Sweat: Older Adults’ Physical Activity During COVID-19 Lockdowns in New Zealand
Joy, Jobs, and Sweat: Older Adults’ Physical Activity During COVID-19 Lockdowns in New Zealand
This qualitative narrative correspondence study investigates older adults’ experiences of physical activity (PA) during th...
What Is Known From the Published Literature About Yoga Interventions Delivered in Community Settings for Older Adults? A Systematic Scoping Review
What Is Known From the Published Literature About Yoga Interventions Delivered in Community Settings for Older Adults? A Systematic Scoping Review
In recent years, mind–body exercises have arisen as a popular type of physical exercise among older adults in both Eastern...
Increasing Physical Activity in Empty Nest and Retired Populations Online: A Randomized Feasibility Study
Increasing Physical Activity in Empty Nest and Retired Populations Online: A Randomized Feasibility Study
The onset of retirement and children leaving the family home may offer a “window of opportunity” for individuals to influe...
Determination of a Low Skeletal Muscle Mass Index Using the Mass of the Gluteus Medius in Older Patients With Hip Fractures
Determination of a Low Skeletal Muscle Mass Index Using the Mass of the Gluteus Medius in Older Patients With Hip Fractures
This study evaluated the relationship between the muscle mass of the gluteus medius (GM) and skeletal muscle mass index (S...
Exercise and Health Anxiety in Older Women: Exploring the Mediating Role of Anxiety Sensitivity
Exercise and Health Anxiety in Older Women: Exploring the Mediating Role of Anxiety Sensitivity
Research shows that health anxiety significantly affects older adults’ health and quality of life. Although exercise may b...
Exercise Intensity Among Older Adults Participating From Home in Remotely Delivered EnhanceFitness
Exercise Intensity Among Older Adults Participating From Home in Remotely Delivered EnhanceFitness
We aimed to examine exercise intensity among older adults participating from home in remotely delivered EnhanceFitness (Te...
Sedentary Behavior, Physical Activity, Social Participation, and Loneliness Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults in China
Sedentary Behavior, Physical Activity, Social Participation, and Loneliness Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults in China
This study examined the relationship between loneliness, sedentary behavior, physical exercise, and social participation i...
Effects of Dancing Associated With Resistance Training on Functional Parameters and Quality of Life of Aging Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of Dancing Associated With Resistance Training on Functional Parameters and Quality of Life of Aging Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effects of a dance intervention associated with resistance training o...
Feasibility of a Virtual Health-Promoting Intervention (Choose to Move) for Older Adults: A Rapid Adaptation in Response to COVID-19
Feasibility of a Virtual Health-Promoting Intervention (Choose to Move) for Older Adults: A Rapid Adaptation in Response to COVID-19
To support older adults during the first wave of COVID-19, we rapidly adapted our effective health-promoting intervention ...
Validity of the German Version of Daily Activity Behaviours Questionnaire Among Older Adults
Validity of the German Version of Daily Activity Behaviours Questionnaire Among Older Adults
Time spent in physical activity, sedentary behavior, and sleep collectively impact health of older adults. There is a need...
Feasibility and Acceptability of a Physical Exercise Program Embedded Into the Daily Lives of Older Adults Living in Nursing Homes: A Pilot Feasibility Study
Feasibility and Acceptability of a Physical Exercise Program Embedded Into the Daily Lives of Older Adults Living in Nursing Homes: A Pilot Feasibility Study
The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility and acceptability of a staff-delivered physical exercise program emb...
Physiological Demands of Exergames in Older Adults—A Systematic Literature Review
Physiological Demands of Exergames in Older Adults—A Systematic Literature Review
New approaches are needed to address low physical activity levels among older adults and to promote daily physical activit...
Physical and Cognitive Effects of High-Intensity Interval or Circuit-Based Strength Training for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review
Physical and Cognitive Effects of High-Intensity Interval or Circuit-Based Strength Training for Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Systematic Review
Many older adults do not achieve recommended amounts of aerobic or strengthening exercise and high-intensity interval or c...
Volume 31 (2023): Issue 6 (Dec 2023)
Volume 31 (2023): Issue 6 (Dec 2023)
"Volume 31 (2023): Issue 6 (Dec 2023)" published on 01 Dec 2023 by Human Kinetics, Inc..
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