The Patterns and Correlates of Leisure-time Physical Activity among Elderly Adults in Taiwan
臺灣老人休閒運動之型態及相關因素
Journal
Journal of Tourism and Health Science
Journal Volume
10
Journal Issue
1
Pages
81-95
Date Issued
2011
Author(s)
Abstract
Objective: The study aims to examine the patterns and factors associated with leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) among elderly adults in Taiwan. Methods: The metabolic equivalent (MET), a unit of exercise intensity, or calories was assigned to each LTPA reported in the 2001 National Health Interview Survey, which included 2977 adults aged 60 and over. Subjects were categorized into three groups: regular exercisers, non-exercisers, and irregular exercisers, defined by their frequency, intensity and duration of leisure-time physical activity. Regular LTPA referred to taking leisure-time physical activity≧5 times a week and accumulating ≧150 minutes of moderate intensity, or ≧ 3 times a week and each time for ≧ 20 minutes of vigorous intensity. Non-exercisers were those not taking any leisure-time physical activity in the past two weeks. Others were considered as irregular exercisers. Result
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Publisher
National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences, Department of Leisure Industry and Health Promotion
Type
journal article