Peer-Led Exercise Improves Sleep Efficiency
Author Information
Author(s): Banarjee Chitra, Lafontant Kworweinski, Suarez Jethro Raphael, Park Joon-Hyuk, Fukuda David, Stout Jeffrey, Lighthall Nichole, Thiamwong Ladda
Primary Institution: University of Central Florida
Hypothesis
Does peer-led exercise improve sleep efficiency without affecting mood in older adults?
Conclusion
Peer-led exercise significantly improves sleep duration and efficiency but does not significantly change mood.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants who exercised showed a significant increase in sleep duration.
- Sleep efficiency improved significantly for those in the exercise group.
- Subjective assessments did not show significant changes in anxiety or depression.
Takeaway
Older adults who exercised together improved their sleep but didn't feel any happier or less anxious.
Methodology
Participants wore FitBits to track sleep and completed surveys on anxiety and depression while engaging in peer-led exercise.
Limitations
Individual variability in FitBit wear time may have affected results.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older adults, mean age 74.19 years, 89.8% female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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