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Lei Xie1,2,3, Wenxue Ma1,2, Kangli Du1,2
1College of Physical Education and Sports, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|June 25, 2025
Summary
Exercise self-efficacy significantly boosts physical activity in older adults, and engaging in physical activity also enhances their self-efficacy. This bidirectional relationship supports improved quality of life for the elderly.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Insufficient physical activity is a growing concern in aging populations.
- Exercise self-efficacy is a key factor influencing physical activity levels in the elderly.
- Research on the relationship between exercise self-efficacy and physical activity in older adults is expanding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review research on the relationship between exercise self-efficacy and physical activity in healthy older adults.
- To analyze the correlation between these two factors and identify influencing elements.
- To explore the mechanisms by which exercise self-efficacy promotes physical activity in the elderly.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted across five databases (Web of Science, PubMed, ProQuest, Scopus, EBSCOhost) from 2000 to 2024.
- Studies were assessed for quality, and data were extracted using a standardized form.
- Meta-analysis was performed using Stata 18, including heterogeneity and publication bias tests.
Main Results:
- Nineteen studies were included, utilizing Pearson correlation, multiple regression, and structural equation modeling.
- A significant positive correlation (r=0.412, p<0.001) was found between exercise self-efficacy and physical activity.
- Exercise self-efficacy had a moderate influence on physical activity (β=0.386, p<0.001), and physical activity influenced self-efficacy (γ=0.481, p<0.001).
Conclusions:
- A significant positive, bidirectional relationship exists between exercise self-efficacy and physical activity in the elderly.
- These findings provide a foundation for interventions aimed at increasing physical activity and enhancing the quality of life for older adults.
- Further research is needed to explore influencing factors and develop targeted strategies for promoting physical activity in this demographic.
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