Factors that influence older adults' participation in physical activity: a systematic review of qualitative studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the advantages of physical activity (PA), older adults are often insufficiently active to maximise health. Understanding factors that influence PA engagement will support well-designed interventions for older people. Our aim was to review the qualitative evidence exploring the factors affecting older adults' engagement in PA.

Methods

We searched six electronic databases for studies of community-dwelling older adults (≥70 years) including qualitative methods. We excluded studies of a single-disease group, individuals with cognitive impairment and care home residents. Methodological rigour was assessed with the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme, and framework synthesis was applied using the Capability Opportunity Motivation-Behaviour (COM-B) model, which h

SUBMITTER: Meredith SJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10438214 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature