Quantifying the relationship between physical performance and mental wellbeing in older adults: a field study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Although the relationship between functionality, as reflected in physical performance (PHP), and mental health in older adults has been researched, its strength remains unclear.

Methods

This field study aimed to determine the strength of this relationship in adults aged 60 and above using seven PHP indices and six psychological measures. We individually tested 114 older adults. Objective measures included six PHP indices consisting of the Senior Test and handgrip strength. Subjective measures included resilience, wellbeing, happiness, perceived stress, hopelessness, and life satisfaction.

Results

Structural equation modeling (SEM) revealed two latent constructs: PHP and mental wellbeing (MWB): robust fit (MLR): X² (75) = 136.28, p < 0.001; CFI

SUBMITTER: Jarai R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12504508 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature