Evidence on physical activity and the prevention of frailty and sarcopenia among older people
A systematic review to Inform the World Health Organization physical activity guidelines
This systematic review is the first to evaluate the effectiveness of physical activity on the prevention of frailty and sarcopenia among people aged 65 years and older. Results from the 10 identified…
Exercise for preventing falls in older people living in the community
Exercise programmes that reduce falls primarily involve balance and functional exercises, while programmes that probably reduce falls include multiple exercise categories (typically balance and functional exercises plus resistance exercises). Tai…
Older people’s perspectives on participation in physical activity
A systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative literature
Background: Physical inactivity accounts for 9% of all deaths worldwide and is among the top 10 risk factors for global disease burden. Nearly half of people aged over 60 years…