The feasibility of using pedometers and brief advice to increase activity in sedentary older women--a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People over the age of 70 carry the greatest burden of chronic disease, disability and health care use. Participation in physical activity is crucial for health, and walking accounts for much of the physical activity undertaken by sedentary individuals. Pedometers are a useful motivational tool to encourage increased walking and they are cheap and easy to use. The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate the feasibility of the use of pedometers plus a theory-based intervention to assist sedentary older women to accumulate increasing amounts of physical activity, mainly through walking.

Methods

Female participants over the age of 70 were recruited from primary care and randomised to receive either pedometer plus a theory-based intervention or a theory-based interven

SUBMITTER: Sugden JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2527003 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature