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A Randomized Controlled Trial of Adherence to a 24-Month Home-Based Physical Activity Program and the Health Benefits for Older Adults at Risk of Alzheimer's Disease: The AIBL Active-Study

Kay L. Cox, Elizabeth V. Cyarto, Kathryn A. Ellis, David Ames, Patricia Desmond, Pramit Phal, Matthew J. Sharman, Cassandra Szoeke, Christopher C. Rowe, Colin L. Masters, Emily You, Sally Burrows, Michelle M.Y. Lai, Nicola T. Lautenschlager

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Abstract

Background: Previous studies have demonstrated that physical activity (PA) interventions can improve physical and cognitive outcomes in older adults, but most have been relatively short in duration (<1 year) with a few having specifically targeting individuals at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Objective: To examine adherence and physical health outcomes in a 24-month home-based PA intervention in older adults at risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)S187-S205
Number of pages19
JournalJournal of Alzheimer's Disease
Volume70
Issue numbers1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019
Externally publishedYes

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

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