As the number of older adults continues to rise worldwide, the prevention of physical
disability among seniors is an increasingly important public health priority. Physical exercise …

The purpose of this study was to determine whether a walking program supplemented by
tasks designed to challenge balance and mobility (WALK+) could improve physical function …

Background. Given the rapidly increasing demographic of older adults, it is vital to
implement effective behavioral strategies to improve physical function to maintain activities …

The decline in cognitive and motor functions with age affects the performance of the aging
healthy population in many daily life activities. Physical activity appears to mitigate this …

Optimal health benefits from exercise are achieved by meeting both aerobic and muscle
strengthening guidelines, however, most older adults (OAs) do not exercise and the majority …

This comprehensive literature review analyzed relevant studies on the effects of exercise
interventions for older adults with dementia. An extensive search of databases was …

This review examined and compared the effects of exercise interventions using portable
exercise equipment on muscle strength, balance, and ability to perform activities of daily …

Exercise programs are often recommended for preventing or delaying late-life disability.
Programs that incorporate functional training, which uses movements similar to performing …

Background Aging is marked by a progressive rise in chronic diseases with an impact on
social and healthcare costs. Physical activity (PA) may soothe the inconveniences related to …

The articles in this supplement 1–13 to the Ameri-can Journal of Preventive Medicine focus
on physical activity and disablement in older adults. Epidemiologic research shows that …