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Research Paper | Nursing | India | Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025 | Popularity: 5.1 / 10
Relationship Between Physical Activity and Health Outcomes in Elderly People - A Community Based Investigation
Dr. Sivamathi R.
Abstract: Physical activity is extremely vital for all humans. Due to technology advancements, there is now a low level of physical exercise. As a result, physical activity decreases, resulting in sickness in the individual. Physical activity is necessary to provide energy. In addition to being beneficial to our health, physical activity serves to refresh the mind, improve focus, improve blood circulation, and increase the productivity level of the elderly. Aims and objectives: To investigate the relationship between physical activity levels and health outcomes (physical and mental) in elderly people. Materials and methods: This cross - sectional study comprised 108 elderly individuals; physical measurements, including height, weight, waist, and hip circumference, were taken using standard measurements methods; physical activity was evaluated using a 4 - point Likert scale; and scores were interpreted. Results: The majority of research participants 49, or 45.4% were highly active. Medium and low activity were seen in 41 samples (38.0%).18 (16.7%) of the population were physically inactive. The degree of physical activity among elderly individuals was statistically significantly correlated with their mental and physical health (r = 0.02 p < 0.03) and physical health (r = 0.06 p < 0.01). Conclusions: A healthy body weight, strong bones, muscles, and joints are all maintained by regular exercise, which also guards against the onset of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, joint issues, and some types of cancer. Individuals' occupations and lifestyles should be taken into consideration when giving physical exercise advice.
Keywords: elderly people, physical activity, physical health, mental wellness
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025
Pages: 2156 - 2161
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25424123254
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