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Published on: March 7, 2019
Associations between physical literacy and physical activity and sedentary behavior among Taiwanese older adults: a
Chien-Yu Liu1, Yung Liao2,3, Ching-Ping Lin4
1Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan.
Purpose:
Physical literacy (PL) is increasingly viewed as a modifiable determinant of movement behaviors in later life. This study examined the associations of PL with meeting physical activity (PA) recommendations and with sedentary behavior (SB) among community-dwelling older adults in Taiwan.
Methods:
A nationwide cross-sectional survey was conducted using computer-assisted telephone interviewing with stratified random sampling across four geographic regions (N = 1,078; ≥ 65 years). PL was assessed using the Senior Perceived Physical Literacy Instrument, and PA and SB were measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form. Binary logistic regression models were estimated with adjustment for demographic and health-related covariates.
Results:
Higher PL was associated with greater odds of meeting recommended PA levels (adjusted OR = 1.08, 95% CI [1.05, 1.12]) and lower odds of prolonged SB (adjusted OR = 0.96, 95% CI [0.94, 0.99]).
Conclusion:
PL was a robust factor of both higher PA and lower SB among older adults. PL-informed, community-based strategies that build motivation, confidence, and functional capability may support more active daily routines and help reduce disparities in movement opportunities across diverse living contexts.
