Bidirectional Associations Between Physical Activity and Affect: An Ecological Momentary Assessment Study
2024
Physical Activity and Mood in Older Adults
Sample size: 168
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Liang Peichao
Primary Institution: The University of Hong Kong
Hypothesis
What are the bidirectional relationships between physical activity and affect in daily life among older adults?
Conclusion
Engaging in physical activity is associated with higher levels of positive affect among older adults, but it does not significantly improve energetic arousal later.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults reported higher positive affect after engaging in physical activity.
- Physical activity was not significantly associated with later energetic arousal levels.
- Higher levels of positive affect increased the likelihood of engaging in physical activity.
Takeaway
When older people exercise, they tend to feel happier right away, but exercising doesn't always make them feel more energetic later.
Methodology
Ecological momentary assessment (EMA) was used to collect data from older adults over fifteen days.
Participant Demographics
Older adults aged 65 to 84 in Hong Kong.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI=1.234-1.413
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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