Fysisk aktivitet og robusthet ved aldring - del 1

Prosjektsamandrag

We explore the mechanisms of some of the 21th century's greatest challenges: The burden of physical inactivity and unhealth in the older population. We do so by investigating structural, economical, personal and biological factors using both observational and experimental approaches. Physical activity is one key behaviour leading to good health, and the research evidence for the benefits of physical activity and exercise with regards to fitness, physical and mental health, and for longevity is well established. Yet, the uptake of this evidence in the public is low; The KAN-investigations have repeatedly shown that the Norwegian population is generally not sufficiently active to meet national and international recommendations, and this holds especially true for the older population. More knowledge about factors that are important for uptake of physical activity in the older population and how the municipalities can promote such, is therefore needed.