Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults
Introduction: Community-based exercise programs have been shown to significantly improve physical health, cognitive function, and emotional well-being in older adults. However, the factors influencing varying levels of benefit among participants and the challenges they face in maintaining participa...
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Introduction: Community-based exercise programs have been shown to significantly improve physical health, cognitive function, and emotional well-being in older adults. However, the factors influencing varying levels of benefit among participants and the challenges they face in maintaining participation remain underexplored. Aim: This study aimed to explore the multifaceted impacts of a community-based exercise program on older adults, focusing on their physical, psychological, and social experiences. Method: A qualitative study design was employed, utilizing thematic analysis to identify themes and sub-themes from participant experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and participant observations. Participants in-cluded 45 older adults aged 60 years and above who had been in the program for at least three months. Result: The analysis revealed several key themes: Improvement in Physical Function (increased mobility, strength, balance, and endurance), Enhanced Exercise Self-Efficacy (confidence in physical abilities, positive attitude toward exercise, self-management of health), Social and Emotional Benefits (social connections, emotional support, motivation from group dynamics, reduced loneliness), Psychological and Cognitive Benefits (increased mental alertness, stress reduction, improved mood), Overcoming Initial Challenges (physical barriers, psycholog-ical hesitations, adapting to new routines), Long-Term Commitment and Behavior Change (continued participation, development of healthy habits, increased awareness of health), and Program Design and Facilitators' Role (tailored exercises, positive influence of instructors, accessibility of the program). Conclusion: Community-based exercise programs offer multifaceted benefits for older adults, including physical, psychological, and social improvements. These findings underscore the need for personalized approaches and enhanced support systems to maximize benefits and ensure sustained engagement.
Keywords: Older Adults, Community-Based Exercise, Physical Health, Psychological Well-Being, Social Interaction
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| spelling | doaj-art-a407bacbdc8347ccbb2de5a6aef7570d2025-08-20T02:39:28ZengFEADEFRetos: Nuevas Tendencias en Educación Física, Deportes y Recreación1579-17261988-20412024-11-016010.47197/retos.v60.106846Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adultsRonal Surya Aditya0Ah YusufQory Tifani Rahmatika1Achmad Masfi2Muhammad Putra Ramadhan3Eri Yanuar Akhmad Budi Sunaryo4Nurma Afiani5Nurul Evi6Yhenti Widjayanti7Neni Fidya Santi8Domingos Soares9Reem Iafi AlMutairi10Universitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangUniversitas Negeri MalangInstituto Nacional de Saude Publica Timor-LesteUniversity of Hail Introduction: Community-based exercise programs have been shown to significantly improve physical health, cognitive function, and emotional well-being in older adults. However, the factors influencing varying levels of benefit among participants and the challenges they face in maintaining participation remain underexplored. Aim: This study aimed to explore the multifaceted impacts of a community-based exercise program on older adults, focusing on their physical, psychological, and social experiences. Method: A qualitative study design was employed, utilizing thematic analysis to identify themes and sub-themes from participant experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and participant observations. Participants in-cluded 45 older adults aged 60 years and above who had been in the program for at least three months. Result: The analysis revealed several key themes: Improvement in Physical Function (increased mobility, strength, balance, and endurance), Enhanced Exercise Self-Efficacy (confidence in physical abilities, positive attitude toward exercise, self-management of health), Social and Emotional Benefits (social connections, emotional support, motivation from group dynamics, reduced loneliness), Psychological and Cognitive Benefits (increased mental alertness, stress reduction, improved mood), Overcoming Initial Challenges (physical barriers, psycholog-ical hesitations, adapting to new routines), Long-Term Commitment and Behavior Change (continued participation, development of healthy habits, increased awareness of health), and Program Design and Facilitators' Role (tailored exercises, positive influence of instructors, accessibility of the program). Conclusion: Community-based exercise programs offer multifaceted benefits for older adults, including physical, psychological, and social improvements. These findings underscore the need for personalized approaches and enhanced support systems to maximize benefits and ensure sustained engagement. Keywords: Older Adults, Community-Based Exercise, Physical Health, Psychological Well-Being, Social Interaction https://recyt.fecyt.es/index.php/retos/article/view/106846Self Efficacy, Self-Assessment, Social Interaction, Physical Fitness, Exercise Therapy, Exercise, Outcome Assessment, Health Care, Self-Control, Electronics, Habits |
| spellingShingle | Ronal Surya Aditya Ah Yusuf Qory Tifani Rahmatika Achmad Masfi Muhammad Putra Ramadhan Eri Yanuar Akhmad Budi Sunaryo Nurma Afiani Nurul Evi Yhenti Widjayanti Neni Fidya Santi Domingos Soares Reem Iafi AlMutairi Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults Retos: Nuevas Tendencias en Educación Física, Deportes y Recreación Self Efficacy, Self-Assessment, Social Interaction, Physical Fitness, Exercise Therapy, Exercise, Outcome Assessment, Health Care, Self-Control, Electronics, Habits |
| title | Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults |
| title_full | Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults |
| title_fullStr | Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults |
| title_full_unstemmed | Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults |
| title_short | Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults |
| title_sort | unlocking wellness the comprehensive impact of community based exercise programs on older adults |
| topic | Self Efficacy, Self-Assessment, Social Interaction, Physical Fitness, Exercise Therapy, Exercise, Outcome Assessment, Health Care, Self-Control, Electronics, Habits |
| url | https://recyt.fecyt.es/index.php/retos/article/view/106846 |
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