Older Ghanaian adults' perceptions of physical activity: an exploratory, mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ghana is experiencing an epidemiological shift in public health issues toward non-communicable diseases that are underpinned by modifiable health behaviors. Physical activity rates have decreased, especially among older adults, coinciding with urbanization and an increase in sedentary work. Community-based physical activity programs are a recommended method of increasing physical activity levels; however, none currently exist in Ghana. The aim of this exploratory study was to determine older Ghanaian adults' perceptions of physical activity and asses fit and feasibility of adapting and delivering a physical activity program for this population.

Methods

Through a concurrent exploratory mixed-methods design, data were gathered from Ghanaian older adults (N = 123) du

SUBMITTER: Balis LE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6419803 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature