Effect of Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Behavior Change Strategies on Physical Activity Among Older Adults
Siobhan K. McMahon,
Beth A. Lewis,
Weihua Guan
et al.
Abstract:ImportanceDespite guidelines that recommend physical activity (PA), little is known about which types of behavior change strategies (BCSs) effectively promote sustained increases in PA in older adults who are insufficiently active.ObjectiveTo determine whether intrapersonal BCSs (eg, goal setting) or interpersonal BCSs (eg, peer-to-peer sharing or learning) combined with the Otago Exercise Program (17 strength and balance exercises and a walking program that are learned and individually tailored, with instruct… Show more
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