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Older Adults' Perspectives on Participating in a Synchronous Online Exercise Program: Qualitative Study
Giulia Coletta1, Kenneth S Noguchi2, Kayla Beaudoin1
1Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada.
JMIR Aging
|April 3, 2025
Summary
Synchronous online exercise programs effectively reduce barriers for older adults, improving exercise adherence. These digital health solutions offer motivation and convenience, addressing challenges like transportation and weather.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Digital Health
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Older adults face significant barriers to exercise, including transportation, access, and weather.
- These barriers impact adherence to physical activity guidelines.
- Digital health technologies offer potential solutions to improve exercise access for seniors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore older adults' perceptions of exercise.
- To evaluate experiences with a synchronous online exercise program.
- To understand how technology can mitigate exercise barriers in older adults.
Main Methods:
- An 8-week synchronous online group exercise program (strength, balance, aerobic) was delivered.
- 3 kinesiologists and 1 physiotherapist led the program for community-dwelling older adults.
- Qualitative interviews were conducted post-program and thematically analyzed.
Main Results:
- 22 older adults participated in interviews.
- Themes included beliefs about exercise and aging, pandemic impacts, and how online programs reduce barriers.
- Participants found the online program motivational and convenient, overcoming issues like travel and weather.
Conclusions:
- Synchronous online exercise programs can motivate older adults and improve exercise adherence.
- These programs address environmental barriers, enhancing participation for community-dwelling seniors.
- Leveraging digital health can improve health outcomes in the older adult population.
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