Impact of a Physical Exercise Program in a Rural Area

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF VALENCIA · Feb 18, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how a physical exercise program, called "Enguera Sé Saludable," impacts the activity levels of older adults in a rural area. The researchers want to compare three groups of participants: one group that has been exercising for a year, another group that is just starting the program, and a control group that says they are active but does not follow a specific exercise program. The goal is to see how much physical activity each group does in a week.

To participate, you need to be at least 59 years old and willing to wear a small device called an accelerometer, which tracks your movement, for 7 days. You’ll also need to fill out some forms and give your consent to take part. If you have been sick during the study period or don't meet the activity tracking requirements, you may not be eligible. Participants can expect to help researchers understand how exercise programs can benefit older adults, and this could lead to better health and well-being in their communities.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adults over 59 years of age.
• • Patients who comply with accelerometer times for 7 days.
• • Patients who correctly complete the accelerometer registration sheet.
• • Patients who complete the informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who do not wear the accelerometer 600 minutes a day for at least 3 days on weekdays and 480 minutes for at least 1 day on the weekend.
• • Patients who suffer from illness during data collection.
• • Patients who do not wear the accelerometer for 7 days. Be in IPAQ category 1 (low level of AF).