Potential benefits of a novel home-based exercise program for inactive older adults: an exploratory case study

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dc.contributor.advisorEdwards, Jonathon
dc.contributor.advisorBouchard, Danielle
dc.contributor.authorLees, Marcus
dc.date.accessioned2023-03-01T16:20:49Z
dc.date.available2023-03-01T16:20:49Z
dc.date.issued2020
dc.date.updated2023-03-01T15:01:47Z
dc.description.abstractPURPOSES: This study aimed to determine if home-based exercise for an inactive older adult population can help overcome barriers and stimulates enablers for regular exercise at the recommended intensity. METHODS: The strategy was three weeks of square-stepping exercise (SSE) and bodyweight exercises with home-equipment. Using Embedded mixed methods, 10 inactive older adults completed an intervention in conjunction with follow-up interviews to enhance observations. Data analysis employed the framework method. RESULTS: The intervention helped overcome barriers such as body image and being uncomfortable in a gym; enablers included the exercise protocol, home equipment, and how the program was convenient. The average total steps/day increased by 27% (p=0.02) during the intervention and moderate intensity was reached in 80% of the participants when preforming SSE. CONCLUSIONS: A home-based exercise program using SSE and bodyweight exercises could potentially increase the physical activity level of inactive older adults especially for those intimated by a fitness facility setting.
dc.description.copyright© Marcus Lees, 2020
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dc.format.extentvii, 93 pages
dc.format.mediumelectronic
dc.identifier.urihttps://unbscholar.lib.unb.ca/handle/1882/13591
dc.language.isoen_CA
dc.publisherUniversity of New Brunswick
dc.rightshttp://purl.org/coar/access_right/c_abf2
dc.subject.disciplineKinesiology
dc.titlePotential benefits of a novel home-based exercise program for inactive older adults: an exploratory case study
dc.typemaster thesis
thesis.degree.disciplineKinesiology
thesis.degree.fullnameMaster of Arts in Sport and Recreation Studies
thesis.degree.grantorUniversity of New Brunswick
thesis.degree.levelmasters
thesis.degree.nameM.A.S.R.C.

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