Blar i Brage NIH på emneord "older people"
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Musculoskeletal fitness and balance in older individuals (65–85 years) and its association with steps per day: a cross sectional study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2016-01-12)Background: There is limited normative, objective data combining musculoskeletal fitness (MSF), balance and physical activity (PA) among older adults. The aims were therefore to; 1) describe MSF and balance in older ... -
Randomised controlled trial of a complex intervention by primary care nurses to increase walking in patients aged 60–74 years: Protocol of the PACE-Lift (Pedometer Accelerometer Consultation Evaluation - Lift) trial
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013-01-04)Physical activity is essential for older people's physical and mental health and for maintaining independence. Guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes weekly, of at least moderate intensity physical activity, with ... -
Survival in elderly men in relation to midlife and current BMI
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2015-01-21)Background: the relationship between BMI and mortality is U-shaped in the elderly but may be modified by midlife BMI and change in weight. Objective: to elucidate mortality prediction by BMI trajectory in older ... -
Which older people decline participation in a primary care trial of physical activity and why: insights from a mixed methods approach
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2014-04-12)Background: Physical activity is of vital importance to older peoples’ health. Physical activity intervention studies with older people often have low recruitment, yet little is known about non-participants. Methods: ...