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Task-Oriented Exercise to Reduce Activities of Daily Living Disability inVulnerable Older Adults: A Feasibility Study of the 3-Step Workout for Life.
- Source :
- Journal of Aging & Physical Activity; Jul2016, Vol. 24 Issue 3, p384-392, 9p, 4 Charts
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- The purpose of this feasibility study was to evaluate the 3-Step Workout for Life program, a 10-week exercise program that included moderate-intensity muscle strength training followed by task-oriented training. Fourteen participants completed the program (mean age = 73 years; SD = 6.83). The Box and Block test (Z = −2.24, p = .03) and the 30-s chair stand test (Z = −2.21, p = .03) indicate improved physical functioning of the upper and lower extremities. More importantly, results of the function component from the Late-Life Function and Disability Instrument (Z = −2.04, p = .04) and motor skills scale from the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (Z = −2.97, p = .003) indicate subjective and objective improvements on performing activities of daily living. Supplementing moderate-intensity muscle strength exercise with taskoriented training components is feasible. Preliminary data support the effectiveness of 3-Step Workout for Life in reducing late-life disability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10638652
- Volume :
- 24
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Aging & Physical Activity
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 117665493
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2015-0070