A multi-method feasibility trial of a multi-component behaviour change intervention to reduce sedentary behaviour and increase physical activity among ethnically diverse older adults.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Evidence suggests that sedentary behaviour (SB) and physical activity (PA) are important indicators of well-being and quality of life in older adults (OAs). However, OAs are the least active and highly sedentary of all the age groups. The present study intends to examine the feasibility of a wearable gadget to remind users to break sitting time (by standing up and moving more), coupled with a brief health coaching session, pamphlet and reminder messages to decrease SB and improve PA.

Methods and analysis

This study will employ a multi-methods approach that generates quantitative data from questionnaires and qualitative data from semi-structured interviews following OAs' involvement in the study. This intervention will be informed by the socio-ecological model (S

SUBMITTER: Meghani NAA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11552559 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature