Developing a Group Exercise Program For Older Adults to Impact Social Participation
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(2021). Developing a Group Exercise Program For Older Adults to Impact Social Participation. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/64bc2b7a-c3e1-49d9-bc91-0e66aa3d454aChicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)
Developing a Group Exercise Program For Older Adults to Impact Social Participation. 2021. https://uindy.hykucommons.org/concern/etds/64bc2b7a-c3e1-49d9-bc91-0e66aa3d454a.Note: These citations are programmatically generated and may be incomplete.
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Introduction: Social isolation and physical activity can impact the overall health of older adults. Researchers have found that there is a connection between social participation, loneliness, and activity levels in older adults. Thus, the purpose of this study is to examine whether a weekly group exercise program at Anytime Fitness can positively impact the social and mental health of older adults that are at risk for social isolation and loneliness. Method: Participants were seven men and nine women (Mean age 66.8) who participated in a seven-week group functional training program led by a Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) Student. Participants completed pre- and post-assessment questionnaires that addressed social and mental health. Body fat percentage was measured prior and following the program to assess physical health. Results: There were positive changes between the pre- and post- assessment for 14 of the categories measuring social and mental health, however there were negative changes for three of the categories. There was one category that showed equally negative and positive changes. On average, participants improved in body fat percentage after the seven-weeks. All participants had positive feedback and reported high satisfaction toward the program. Discussion: Older adults benefit from a group exercise program because they are more motivated to regularly participate. A group exercise program can positively impact the social and mental health of older adults.
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OTD
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Doctorate
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Occupational Therapy
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University of Indianapolis
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School of Occupational Therapy
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