There is evidence from high quality studies to strongly support the positive association
between increased levels of physical activity, exercise participation and improved health in …

Background. Mobility limitations are common following stroke and frequently lead to poor
participation in physical activity (PA). Purpose. The purpose of this study was to describe PA …

Older adults and special populations (living with disability and/or chronic illness that may
limit mobility and/or physical endurance) can benefit from practicing a more physically active …

Background The health benefits of regular physical activity and exercise have been widely
acknowledged. Unfortunately, a decline in physical activity is observed in older adults …

This study measures physical activity levels in a representative population-based sample of
older adults (aged≥ 50 years) with intellectual disabilities. For this, the steps/day of all 1050 …

Background. Although inpatient rehabilitation may enhance an individual's functional ability
after stroke, it is not known whether these improvements are accompanied by an increase in …

Background Recently, many studies have been conducted to investigate the effects of
exergames on the social well-being of older adults. Objective The aim of this paper is to …

Background Self–reported physical activity has been inversely associated with mortality but
the effect of objectively measured step activity on mortality has never been evaluated. The …

Background Adaptive behavioral interventions are individualized interventions that vary
support based on a person's evolving needs. Digital technologies enable these adaptive …

Background. Pedometers are more likely than accelerometers to be used in walking
interventions and other applications, including wide spread adoption by lay people. The …