Abstract
The aim of this study was to determine the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on older adults’ perceived health and well-being according to different types of participation in sport and physical activity by gender and region. A survey was implemented during the first COVID-19 lockdown in Australia (June 2020) and information collected on demographics, sport and physical activity patterns pre-COVID-19, and health and well-being outcomes during lockdown and compared to 1 year earlier. During COVID-19 lockdown, older adults who participated in both club sport and informal activities had significantly better general health, physical health, and resilience than those who participated solely in a single setting. Those participating in both team and individual activities reported better general well-being. Older adults who were active in a range of settings and modes had improved health and well-being. Social support is especially important for older adults to become and remain active.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 204-213 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Journal of Aging and Physical Activity |
| Volume | 31 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Early online date | 11 Aug 2022 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2023 |
Keywords
- COVID-19
- older adult
- health
- well-being
- physical activity
- gender
- social support
- settings
- sport participation