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Determinants of physical activity in community-dwelling older adults: an umbrella review.

Cassandra D'AmoreStephanie SaundersNeera BhatnagarLauren E GriffithJulie RichardsonMarla K Beauchamp
Published in: The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity (2023)
Walkability, age, gender, and social support for PA were the most supported PA determinants identified. Further research should focus on interpersonal and intrapersonal influences and incorporate direct measures of PA with clear operational definitions. There is a need for longitudinal study designs to further understand determinants of PA behaviour trajectories.
Keyphrases
  • social support
  • depressive symptoms
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • randomized controlled trial
  • systematic review
  • meta analyses