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The nurse as exercise leader

P A Gillett, M Johnson, M Juretich

Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.)

|May 1, 1993

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Nurse-led exercise programs achieved high adherence (88%) in overweight women, exceeding literature rates. Program design and nurse-leader relationships were key factors for this success in older adult fitness.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Exercise Science
Nursing

Background:

Overweight women of older age often struggle to find suitable exercise programs.
Existing fitness options may not cater to age-specific needs or individual health considerations.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess adherence rates of a nurse-led exercise intervention for overweight women.
To explore factors contributing to high adherence in this demographic.

Main Methods:

A nurse-led exercise intervention was implemented for overweight women.
Adherence rates were measured and compared to existing literature.

Main Results:

Adherence rates reached 88%, significantly higher than reported in similar studies.

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Factors such as nurse-leader bonding, socialization, and tailored program design likely contributed to high adherence.

Conclusions:

Nurse-led exercise interventions demonstrate high adherence in overweight older women.
Nurses are well-positioned to develop and lead age-appropriate exercise programs, enhancing their health-promotion role.