Effect of PEER Exercise Program on Physical Activity in Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Liu Chang, Liu Yi, Thiamwong Ladda, Nguyen Tho, Zhang Wei, Xie Rui
Primary Institution: University of Central Florida
Hypothesis
Does the Physio-fEedback Exercise Program (PEER) improve physical activity levels in low-income older adults?
Conclusion
The PEER intervention significantly increases daily activity levels among older adults in the short term.
Supporting Evidence
- The PEER group showed a significant increase in moderately active and very active minutes during the intervention.
- Data were collected using a commercial accelerometer to measure physical activity levels.
Takeaway
The PEER program helps older people move more and be active, but they might need to keep doing it to stay active later.
Methodology
Participants were randomized into PEER or control groups, with physical activity measured using a Fitbit device over 21 weeks.
Limitations
The effects of the intervention attenuated over the follow-up period.
Participant Demographics
Low-income older adults, mean age 73.1 years, 87.5% female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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