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Despite accumulating evidence of cardiovascular benefits associated with physical activity in older peo-ple, sedentary behavior increases with age. Few physical activity research studies focus on underactive adults 75 years and older. In-depth qualitative interviews using open-ended questions explored percep-tions, motivations, and barriers to physical activity in 33 previously sedentary or underactive adults age =75. Data were analyzed using the NUD*IST (Non-numerical, Unstructured Data Indexing, Searching, and Theorizing) qualitative analysis program. Participants saw sedentary behavior as harmful, consid-ered themselves relatively active, were unsure of amounts of physical activity to do, and welcomed more physical activity information from their doctors. Motivations included health, independence, family, and appearances. Barriers were poor health, lack of time, aging, and adverse environments. Results suggest that people continue to be interested in physical activity as they age, but some misperceptions about phys-ical activity exist. Even with health problems and age, physical activity counseling by doctors is valued and considered helpful by this age group. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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