Explaining the age-moderation effects in the relation between immediate benefits and physical activity: A mediated moderation analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Older adults are the least physically active age segment. Understanding age-related determinants of physical activity remains a priority. While distal benefits of physical activity (PA) are well reported, immediate benefits can also enhance PA. Older adults, perceiving future time as more limited, may find immediate benefits more motivating. In addition, older adults are more health-conscious and may find PA benefits consistent with their belief system.

Aims

This study examined whether increased age was associated with a shortened future-time perspective and increased health consciousness, which strengthened the association between immediate benefits and subsequent PA.

Methods

In a prospective survey, 241 older and 180 younger adults reported their perceive

SUBMITTER: Li KK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12260479 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature