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Exercise in Aging: Be Balanced.
Joanna Gronek1, Michał Boraczyński2, Piotr Gronek1
11Department of Dance, Poznań University of Physical Education, Poland.
Aging and Disease
|August 3, 2021
Summary
Engaging in greater physical activity than currently recommended promotes healthy aging and combats cognitive decline. Incorporating mindfulness and complex exercises benefits older adults, enhancing physical and cognitive function.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Exercise Physiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Exercise is crucial for preventing age-related physical and cognitive decline.
- Current exercise recommendations may not be optimal for healthy aging in older adults.
- A need exists for tailored physical activity (PA) models for the aging population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore an effective physical activity model for promoting healthy aging.
- To identify optimal exercise parameters (intensity, volume, frequency, mode) for older individuals.
- To synthesize evidence on PA's role in mitigating aging-related decline.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted using Web of Science, PubMed, and Google Scholar.
- Analysis focused on the influence of PA and exercise on healthy aging.
- Insights were drawn from reference groups: modern hunter-gatherers and master athletes.
Main Results:
- Higher levels of physical activity than World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations are suggested for healthy aging.
- Mindfulness meditation integrated with exercise is beneficial, particularly for long-duration activities.
- Complex and compound exercises, balanced with challenges, are recommended for noticeable progress in older adults.
Conclusions:
- Current PA guidelines may need enhancement for optimal healthy aging outcomes.
- A more intensive and varied exercise approach, including mindfulness, is proposed for older adults.
- Personalized, challenging exercise programs can significantly contribute to successful aging.
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