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Interventions for Sedentary Behavior and Physical Activity in the Ageing Population

A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Community Care".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2024) | Viewed by 13156

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Dr. Seungmo Kim

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Department of Sport, Physical Education and Health, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong
Interests: wellbeing in sports organizations; eHealth technology; sports leadership

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Rapid advances in medical science and technology have led to increased life expectancy in most countries worldwide. However, elderly people remain the most sedentary segment of society. Considering that more physical activity is positively associated with their physical and mental health by reducing their risk of disease, strengthening bones and muscles, and improving their ability to engage in everyday activities, it is important for elderly people to increase their level of physical activity. Therefore, this Special Issue is designed to examine effective interventions aimed at reducing sedentary behaviors and increasing the physical activity of elderly people, which will eventually result in an improvement in their quality of life. 

Dr. Seungmo Kim
Guest Editor

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  • older people
  • sedentary behavior
  • interventions
  • health and quality of life

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Association of Daily Sitting Time and Leisure-Time Physical Activity with Sarcopenia Among Chinese Older Adults
by Yujie Liu, Zhengyan Tang, Xiao Hou, Yaqing Yuan, Yunli Hsu, Jinxia Lin and Jingmin Liu
Healthcare 2025, 13(3), 251; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13030251 - 27 Jan 2025
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Objectives: This study aimed to explore the independent and joint associations of daily sitting time and leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) with sarcopenia among older adults. Methods: The participants were 847 community-dwelling adults aged 60 or older from Beijing and Shanghai, China. Sarcopenia was [...] Read more.
Objectives: This study aimed to explore the independent and joint associations of daily sitting time and leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) with sarcopenia among older adults. Methods: The participants were 847 community-dwelling adults aged 60 or older from Beijing and Shanghai, China. Sarcopenia was diagnosed based on the criteria established by the Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia (2019). Daily sitting time and LTPA were self-reported using the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE). Logistics regression models were used to explore the associations between daily sitting time, LTPA, and sarcopenia. To examine joint associations, participants were classified based on daily sitting time and LTPA levels. Final models were adjusted for sociodemographic variables, lifestyle factors, and chronic conditions. Results: Prolonged sitting time and insufficient LTPA were independently associated with higher odds of sarcopenia. Among insufficiently active participants, sitting for 1–2 h, 2–4 h, and more than 4 h per day was associated with 5.52-fold (95% CI: 1.13–26.83), 6.69-fold (95% CI: 1.33–33.59), and 12.82-fold (95% CI: 2.75–59.85) increased odds of sarcopenia, respectively, compared to sitting for less than 1 h. For those meeting the physical activity guideline (≥150 min of LTPA per week), only sitting for more than 4 h per day was significantly associated with higher odds of sarcopenia (OR: 7.25, 95% CI: 1.99–26.36). Conclusions: Prolonged sedentary behavior was associated with increased odds of sarcopenia. The higher odds of sarcopenia associated with more than 4 h daily sitting may not be offset by achieving the recommended levels of physical activity. Full article
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Unraveling the Nexus: Exploring the Relationship between Exercise Habits and Sleep Quality in Older Adults
by Wenhu Xu, Jianze Fang, Long Chen, Dongmin Wang, Chengye Huang, Tiange Huang and Chao Guo
Healthcare 2023, 11(20), 2759; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11202759 - 18 Oct 2023
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The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of exercise habits on enhancing the sleep quality of older adults. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale and other questionnaires were utilized to assess the sleep quality of older adults aged 60 years and [...] Read more.
The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of exercise habits on enhancing the sleep quality of older adults. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale and other questionnaires were utilized to assess the sleep quality of older adults aged 60 years and above in the H district. The sampling method employed was stratified random sampling. To analyze the influencing factors of sleep quality, the average treatment effect was estimated, the robustness of the results was assessed and statistical methods such as Logit regression and propensity score matching were employed. The study revealed that exercise habits strongly correlated with improved sleep quality in the older adult (p < 0.05), with the average total sleep quality score being 6.22 (±3.53). It was observed that older adults who engaged in exercise habits experienced a significant 12.66% increase in the likelihood of achieving good sleep. This investigation highlights the positive association between exercise habits and enhanced sleep quality among older adults. Additionally, age, physical pain and self-rated health statuses were identified as significant factors influencing sleep quality in this population. To enhance the sleep quality of older adults, this article recommends promoting relevant exercise habits, thus contributing to their overall well-being and quality of life. Full article
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Age Unplugged: A Brief Narrative Review on the Intersection of Digital Tools, Sedentary and Physical Activity Behaviors in Community-Dwelling Older Adults
by André Ramalho, Rui Paulo, Pedro Duarte-Mendes, João Serrano and João Petrica
Healthcare 2024, 12(9), 935; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12090935 - 1 May 2024
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This brief narrative review assesses how digital technologies—such as wearables, mobile health apps, and various digital tools such as computers, game consoles, tablets, smartphones, and extended reality systems—can influence sedentary and physical activity behaviors among community-dwelling older adults. Each section highlights the central [...] Read more.
This brief narrative review assesses how digital technologies—such as wearables, mobile health apps, and various digital tools such as computers, game consoles, tablets, smartphones, and extended reality systems—can influence sedentary and physical activity behaviors among community-dwelling older adults. Each section highlights the central role of these technologies in promoting active aging through increased motivation, engagement and customized experiences. It underlines the critical importance of functionality, usability and adaptability of devices and confirms the effectiveness of digital interventions in increasing physical activity and reducing sedentary behavior. The sustainable impact of these technologies needs to be further investigated, with a focus on adapting digital health strategies to the specific needs of older people. The research advocates an interdisciplinary approach and points out that such collaborations are essential for the development of accessible, effective and ethical solutions. This perspective emphasizes the potential of digital tools to improve the health and well-being of the aging population and recommends their strategic integration into health promotion and policy making. Full article
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The Quiet Epidemic: An Overview of Emerging Qualitative Research Trends on Sedentary Behavior in Aging Populations
by André Ramalho and João Petrica
Healthcare 2023, 11(15), 2215; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11152215 - 6 Aug 2023
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Sedentary behavior poses a significant health risk to older adults. The purpose of this scoping review is to summarize key findings from qualitative research (since 2012), with a focus on explaining prevailing research trends and patterns within the field. This review included 25 [...] Read more.
Sedentary behavior poses a significant health risk to older adults. The purpose of this scoping review is to summarize key findings from qualitative research (since 2012), with a focus on explaining prevailing research trends and patterns within the field. This review included 25 studies that met the strict inclusion criteria. Five key research themes have emerged: (1) defining and shaping perspectives of sedentary behavior, (2) understanding the dynamics of daily routines and contexts, (3) raising awareness of older adults’ perceived advantages and disadvantages of sedentary behavior, (4) identifying its determinants and discouraging factors, and (5) exploring interventions to promote active behaviors and reduce sedentary behavior. These themes highlight the multifaceted nature of SB and underscore the importance of tailoring interventions to address individual, social, and environmental issues. A comprehensive understanding of SB is critical to developing effective strategies to promote active lifestyles and reduce SB in older adults. Further qualitative research is needed to deepen our understanding and develop targeted interventions and strategies. Full article
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