Qualitative Study of the Maintenance of Physical Activity in Older Adults

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Qualitative Study of the Maintenance of Physical Activity in Older Adults
The journal highlights the facilitators and the barriers that affect the maintenance of physical activity among older people. Physical exercise is vital to the older population. A 30 minutes exercise per week reduces the susceptibility to chronic diseases such as diabetes II and cardiovascular diseases. These diseases are the leading causes of death among adults worldwide.
According to the article, the population of older community is rising alongside the prevalence of chronic diseases. It is estimated that in the United States between 2002 and 2012, the people of adults aged 70 years and above increased by approximately 2 million (Burton, Lewin, & Boldy, 2015). Globally the number of adults aged 65 years and above is expected to rise and hence increase in chronic diseases. 
The current recommendation is for physical activity among aging people is 100 minutes moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise plus three strengths and balance physical exercise sessions per week. Regular physical activity increases functionality, muscle strength, improves blood pressure, and stamina. Additionally, regular exercise reduces the chance of falls and fracture, back pain, symptoms of depression, as well as cardiovascular events among adults. 
An interview was conducted to find out some of the barriers and facilitators affecting the adult's maintenance of physical activity. The results from the meeting showed that deterioration of physical health was among the leading restriction of continued physical activity. Other barriers included a persistent cough and joint problems. Besides the decline of physical fitness, the adult's social facilitators, such as attending clubs and participating in social activities, make them refresh their minds (Burton, Lewin, & Boldy, 2015). Volunteer activities such as going shopping, knitting, and evening work are some physical...