Effects of an exercise program linked to primary care on depression in elderly: fitness as mediator of the improvement.

Miguel Ángel Perez-Sousa Rufino Pedro OlivaresJose L Gonzalez-GuerreroNarcís Gusi

Published in: Quality of life research : an international journal of quality of life aspects of treatment, care and rehabilitation (2020)

This exercise program was effective in improving depression in older adults. Integrating aerobic and flexibility exercises in a group-based program of physical activity programs could improve the severity of depression in this population.

Keyphrases

physical activity
sleep quality
primary care
quality improvement
high intensity
depressive symptoms
resistance training
body mass index
body composition
public health