The Value of Mind-Body Connection in Physical Activity for Older People.

Gilchrist, H; Haynes, A; Oliveira, JS; Grunseit, A; Sherrington, C; Bauman, A; Shepherd, R; Tiedemann, A

The Value of Mind-Body Connection in Physical Activity for Older People.

Gilchrist, H Haynes, A Oliveira, JS Grunseit, A

Sherrington, C Bauman, A Shepherd, R Tiedemann, A

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Publisher:: Human Kinetics
Publication Type:: Journal Article
Citation:: J Aging Phys Act, 2022, pp. 1-8
Issue Date:: 2022-06-25

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Field	Value	Language
dc.contributor.author	Gilchrist, H
dc.contributor.author	Haynes, A
dc.contributor.author	Oliveira, JS
dc.contributor.author	Grunseit, A https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0783-4596
dc.contributor.author	Sherrington, C
dc.contributor.author	Bauman, A
dc.contributor.author	Shepherd, R
dc.contributor.author	Tiedemann, A
dc.date.accessioned	2022-10-12T21:53:24Z
dc.date.available	2022-05-16
dc.date.available	2022-10-12T21:53:24Z
dc.date.issued	2022-06-25
dc.identifier.citation	J Aging Phys Act, 2022, pp. 1-8
dc.identifier.issn	1063-8652
dc.identifier.issn	1543-267X
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/162535
dc.description.abstract	Exercise that targets balance and strength is proven to prevent falls in older age. The Successful AGEing yoga trial is the first large randomized controlled trial to assess the impact of yoga on falls in people aged ≥60 years. We conducted a realist process evaluation to explain the strong participant engagement observed using interviews (21 participants and three yoga instructors) and focus groups (12 participants and four yoga instructors). Results showed that relaxation, breathing, and yoga's mind-body connection created a satisfying internal focus on bodily sensation which was valued by participants. The mechanisms of mindfulness and embodiment appeared to facilitate this. Mindfulness and embodiment are also linked to, and enhance engagement with, other forms of physical activity. By focusing creatively on these mechanisms, we can develop a range of programs that target improvements in physical and mental health (including reducing falls and fear of falls) and appeal to older people.
dc.format	Print-Electronic
dc.language	eng
dc.publisher	Human Kinetics
dc.relation.ispartof	J Aging Phys Act
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.1123/japa.2021-0503
dc.rights	Accepted author manuscript version reprinted, by permission, from Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 2022, (): 1-8, https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2021-0503. © Human Kinetics, Inc.
dc.rights	info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
dc.subject	1106 Human Movement and Sports Sciences
dc.subject.classification	Gerontology
dc.title	The Value of Mind-Body Connection in Physical Activity for Older People.
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.location.activity	United States
utslib.for	1106 Human Movement and Sports Sciences
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health
pubs.organisational-group	/University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Health/Public Health
utslib.copyright.status	open_access	*
dc.date.updated	2022-10-12T21:53:23Z
pubs.publication-status	Published online

Abstract:

Exercise that targets balance and strength is proven to prevent falls in older age. The Successful AGEing yoga trial is the first large randomized controlled trial to assess the impact of yoga on falls in people aged ≥60 years. We conducted a realist process evaluation to explain the strong participant engagement observed using interviews (21 participants and three yoga instructors) and focus groups (12 participants and four yoga instructors). Results showed that relaxation, breathing, and yoga's mind-body connection created a satisfying internal focus on bodily sensation which was valued by participants. The mechanisms of mindfulness and embodiment appeared to facilitate this. Mindfulness and embodiment are also linked to, and enhance engagement with, other forms of physical activity. By focusing creatively on these mechanisms, we can develop a range of programs that target improvements in physical and mental health (including reducing falls and fear of falls) and appeal to older people.

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