The effect of a community-based fitness and aerobic exercise program for older adults: A randomized, controlled trial
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Shu-Chuan Chen, MSN, RN; Chiung-Hua Lin, MSN, RN; Ruenn-Ching Wang, MSN, RN; Hsueh-Jen Ho, MSN, RN; An-Na Chao, MSN, RN
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Session presented on Sunday, July 27, 2014:
Purpose: The purpose of study aimed to examine the effects of a fitness and aerobic exercise (FAE) on muscle strength, flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness and balance in community-dwelling older adults.
Methods: Participants F A sample of 64 older adults (aged_60+) was recruited from community centers. A prospective, single blind, randomized, controlled intervention trial was undertaken. The participants were randomly assigned to the intervention or control group. Participants were randomized into intervention group (n=31) or control group (n=33). The intervention group underwent a fitness and aerobic exercise (FAE) program which designed for older adults to improve leg muscle strength, flexibility cardiorespiratory fitness, agility and balance training program. This is 1-hour session and twice per week for 8 weeks. The control group underwent a walking program. Measurement F Muscle strength (Chair stand test and Arm curl test), flexibility (Chair sit-and reach test and Back scratch test), cardiorespiratory fitness (2-minute step test), agility (8-foot up-and-go test) and balance (Gait balance).
Results: At baseline both groups were well matched in their physical performance, health and activity levels. The intervention group had significantly more gains in leg and arm Muscle strength, balance and agility than controls. There were no significant trends for improvement on flexibility and cardiorespiratory fitness.
Conclusion: These findings indicate that participation in FAE program can improve muscle strength; balance and agility. The FAE program is a feasible and beneficial for improving physical conditions in older adults. FAE program may serve a good model of a community-based fitness program for improving health and preventing chronic conditions in community-dwelling older adults.
International Nursing Research Congress, 2014 Theme: Engaging Colleagues: Improving Global Health Outcomes. Held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wanchai, Hong Kong
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Format | Text-based Document |
Evidence Level | N/A |
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Keywords | Fitness and Aerobic Exercise Program; Health Promotion; Balance and Agility |
Name | 25th International Nursing Research Congress |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
Location | Hong Kong |
Date | 2014 |
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