scholarly journals Wii-based exercise program to improve physical fitness, motor proficiency and functional mobility in adults with Down syndrome

2017 ◽  
Vol 61 (8) ◽  
pp. 755-765 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Silva ◽  
C. Campos ◽  
A. Sá ◽  
M. Cavadas ◽  
J. Pinto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Functional Mobility ◽  
Motor Proficiency

Effect of Exergaming on Physical Fitness, Functional Mobility, and Cognitive Functioning in Adults With Down Syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 126 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-44
Author(s):  
Alexandra Perrot ◽  
Pauline Maillot ◽  
Agnès Le Foulon ◽  
Anne-Sophie Rebillat
Keyword(s):  
Down Syndrome ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Cognitive Outcomes ◽  
Functional Mobility ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Intervention Adherence ◽  
6 Minute Walk Test ◽  
Experimental Group

Abstract This study examined whether exergames could improve physical, functional, and cognitive functions in people with Down syndrome. Twelve adults with DS, aged over 35 (M = 50.35, SD = 7.45), were randomly assigned to a Wii-based program (n = 6) or a control group (n = 6), and completed physical (Chair Stand Test, 6-Minute Walk Test), functional (TUG, TUDS), and cognitive tests (Corsi, Barrage tests). The experimental group completed a 12-week Wii-based program. There was high intervention adherence and, compared with the control group, greater improvements were observed in the Wii-based exercise intervention group in physical fitness and functional outcomes (p < .05), with no changes in cognitive outcomes.

scholarly journals Effects of Physical Exercise Intervention on Psychological and Physical Fitness in Lymphoma Patients

Medicina ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 55 (7) ◽  
pp. 379 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fischetti ◽  
Greco ◽  
Cataldi ◽  
Minoia ◽  
Loseto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Exercise Intervention ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Functional Mobility ◽  
Supervised Exercise ◽  
Supervised Exercise Program

Background and objectives: Lymphoma patients experience a psychological and physiological decline that could be reversed by exercise. However, little is known about the effects of the exercise on psychological and physical fitness variables. Therefore, the purpose of this longitudinal study was to assess self-efficacy, fatigue and physical fitness before and after an eight-week exercise intervention. Materials and Methods: Thirty-six participants (54.4 ± 19.1 years) performed a supervised exercise program (~60 min, 2d·wk−1). Each session included a combined progressive training of cardiorespiratory, resistance, flexibility and postural education exercises. Self-efficacy and fatigue were measured with the Regulatory Emotional Self-Efficacy scale and 0–10 rating scale, respectively. Physical fitness was assessed with the body mass index, lower back flexibility, static balance, muscle strength and functional mobility. Results: Adherence to exercise was high (91.2% ± 4.8%) and no major health problems were noted in the patients over the intervention period. At baseline, significant differences were found between Hodgkin’s lymphoma and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma patients by age and all dependent measures (p < 0.05). Fatigue significantly decreased and the perceived capability to regulate negative affect and to express positive emotions improved after exercise (p < 0.001). Significant improvements were found for body mass index, trunk lateral flexibility, monopodalic balance, isometric handgrip force and functional mobility (p < 0.001). Fatigue was significantly correlated with handgrip force (r = −0.56, p < 0.001) and functional mobility (r = −0.69, p < 0.001). Conclusions: The supervised exercise program improved psychological and physical fitness without causing adverse effects and health problems. Therefore, exercise to improve fitness levels and reduce perceived fatigue should be considered in the management of lymphoma patients.

Exercise Effects on Two Men With Fibromyalgia Syndrome

2007 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 278-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
William B. Karper
Keyword(s):  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Fibromyalgia Syndrome ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Secondary Purpose ◽  
Similar Program

The primary purpose of this study was to examine the effects of an exercise program on physical fitness, psychosocial factors, and symptoms in two men with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). An interventional case study research design was used to collect data on physical fitness, psychosocial factors, and symptoms at intervals throughout a 14-month period. Raw scores and raw score averages, devoid of statistical manipulation, are presented to display real individual results. The secondary purpose of the study was to discuss how these two men tolerated the program in comparison to women in a similar program. This is important because data on men with FMS appear to be unavailable, because the greater majority of participants in FMS programs are women. Results support that these two men benefited from the program and that differences between men and women with FMS should be considered relative to the conduct of exercise programs for these groups.

Does a Multicomponent Exercise Program Improve Physical Fitness in Older Adults? Findings From a 5-Year Longitudinal Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Andréa Kruger Gonçalves ◽  
Eliane Mattana Griebler ◽  
Wagner Albo da Silva ◽  
Débora Pastoriza Sant´Helena ◽  
Priscilla Cardoso da Silva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Physical Fitness ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Fitness ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Exercise Program ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Multicomponent Program ◽  
Post Hoc

The objective was to assess the physical fitness of older adults participating in a 5-year multicomponent exercise program. The sample consisted of 138 older adults aged 60–93 years (70.4 ± 7.8 years) evaluated with the Senior Fitness Test (muscle strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiorespiratory fitness). The multicomponent program was carried out between the months of March and November of each year. Data were analyzed using generalized estimating equations (factor year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, and Year 5; factor time: pretest and posttest) with Bonferroni’s post hoc test. Participation in the multicomponent exercise program for 5 years (baseline pretest Year 1 and follow-up Year 5) improved lower and upper limb strength, lower limb flexibility, and balance and cardiorespiratory fitness, while upper limb flexibility was maintained. Year-by-year analysis revealed variable patterns for each fitness parameter. The results of this study show the potential benefits of implementing a long-term community-based exercise program.

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