A Systematic Review of Interventions to Increase Physical Activity Among American Indian and Alaska Native Older Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Physical activity (PA) is a powerful protective factor known to reduce risk for chronic conditions across the life span. PA levels are lower among American Indians and Alaska Natives (AIANs) when compared with other racial/ethnic groups and decrease with age. This evidence justifies a synthesis of current intervention research to increase PA levels among AIANs. This systematic review examines completed interventions to increase PA among AIAN older adults and considers recommended practices for research with Indigenous communities.

Research design and methods

The systematic review was designed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement for systematic review protocols and reporting guidelines. T

SUBMITTER: Pedersen M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9335984 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature