| Autor: |
FLINK, TANIA S., KEARNS-KING, CHRISTIE N. |
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Biology of Exercise; 2019, Vol. 15 Issue 1, p161-170, 10p, 1 Chart |
| Abstrakt: |
The use of pedometers as a mean to enhance walking performance and fitness measures in older adults who partake in an established weekly walking group was explored. Fifteen older women (mean age 69 ± 9) years participated. Individuals walked an average of 30 minutes, 2-4 times per week for 12 weeks during the summer months as part of their daily walking group, during which time they self-recorded the duration and total number of steps taken from an assigned pedometer during each walking session. Walking performance (average number of steps per session and cadence) and fitness variables (6-Minute Walk Test, 30-Second Chair Stand Test, body composition, and bone density score) were measured prior to and after the 12 week session. While walking performance and fitness improved from the beginning to the end of the 12 weeks, all variables tested failed to reach statistical significance (p = 0.05). Despite these statistical findings, the changes in walking behavior and fitness observed show that the use of the pedometer has potential for positively impacting the health and well-being of active, older adults who are seasoned and experienced walkers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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