Functional Fitness Norms of Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Southern Rural Taiwan: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Chun-Wei WangJia-Ling YehShuk-Fong LiChun-Ming ChenHsiu-Hua WangCheng-Shiun HeHsin-Tzu Lin

Published in: Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) (2024)

These findings contribute positively to the evaluation of fitness levels among older adults in southern rural Taiwan and provide a concrete reference for developing sound PA programs for this population. The results suggest that strategies aimed at promoting increased participation in PA among older adults need to consider age-, sex-, and region-specific factors.

Keyphrases

physical activity
south africa
body composition
public health