A theory-driven exercise intervention to improve physical performance in community-dwelling older adults: a cluster randomized controlled trial delivered by general practitioners.

Jiali Ying, Yaya Su, Linshan Jin, Chen Yang, Yingnan Jia, Pinpin Zheng, Li Zhang

Department of Cancer & Injury Control and Prevention, Fudan University Pudong Institute of Preventive Medicine, Shanghai Pudong New Area Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Shanghai Pudong New Area Health Supervision Institute), Shanghai, 200136, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

Age-related physical decline demands effective community-based interventions. Theory-driven programs, especially those led by general practitioners (GPs) and integrating behavior change techniques (BCTs), remain underexplored.

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Research summary

The paper claims that a theory-driven exercise intervention can improve physical performance in older adults. This research is relevant as it addresses community-based interventions aimed at mitigating age-related physical decline, which is a significant aspect of longevity and healthy aging.

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