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Pickleball, a popular racquet sport, shows promise for improving physical and cognitive health in older adults. This study found pickleball enhanced muscle function, cognitive performance, and reduced pain, encouraging long-term exercise adherence.

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  • Gerontology
  • Exercise Science
  • Public Health

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  • Aging is associated with increased risk of diseases, disabilities, and mental health conditions.
  • Barriers to exercise, particularly in rural areas, limit benefits for mid-life and older adults.
  • Pickleball is emerging as a popular, accessible activity for older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility and impact of a six-week pickleball intervention.
  • To evaluate effects on muscle function, cognitive function, pain, and cardio-metabolic risk.
  • To examine psychosocial factors influencing exercise adherence in sedentary rural adults.

Main Methods:

  • A six-week pickleball intervention was implemented with sedentary rural participants.
  • Evaluated changes in muscle function (vertical jump), cognitive performance, and self-reported pain.
  • Assessed adherence and psychosocial factors through satisfaction and follow-up interviews.

Main Results:

  • Participants demonstrated significant improvements in vertical jump and cognitive performance.
  • A decrease in self-reported pain was observed.
  • High participant satisfaction and adherence were reported, with a strong desire to continue playing.

Conclusions:

  • Pickleball is a feasible and effective intervention for improving physical and cognitive health in older adults.
  • The sport motivates adherence to exercise, potentially mitigating age-related health declines.
  • Pickleball offers a promising avenue to enhance well-being and functional independence in aging populations.