AGES2003 Physical Activity and Ageing

You are viewing an older version of this curriculum item. Select the current year or your commencing year of study from the drop down above. For Pre-2022 Course Rules, use the link located on the right-hand side of the screen.

Overview

Physical activity is an essential component of healthy ageing. The positive effects of physical activity enable older people to increase and maintain their independence and well-being, thereby maximising their quality of life. This topic examines the relationship between physical activity and the physical, functional and emotional benefits in later life. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Physical activity is an essential component of healthy ageing. The positive effects of physical activity enable older people to increase and maintain their independence and well-being, thereby maximising their quality of life. This topic examines the relationship between physical activity and the physical, functional and emotional benefits in later life. Students will explore the evidence-base underpinning the current understanding of physical activity and healthy ageing, and consider how to work with older people to support and encourage physical activity as a part of daily life.

Topic availabilities

To view topic availabilities, select an availability from the drop down, towards the top right of the screen.

Tuition pattern

To view tuition patterns, select an availability from the drop down, towards the top right of the screen.

Aims

This topic aims to increase students' awareness of the role of exercise in healthy ageing. Students' knowledge in this field will be increased by examining the evidence relating to physical activity and the ageing process, with a particular emphasis on the benefits to functional and mental health. Students will develop the ability to support older adults to incorporate movement into their daily lifestyle.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:

Describe the relationship between physical activity and functional health

Identify the positive outcomes accruing from physical activity in the physical, cognitive, mental and social domains

Determine factors affecting the participation of older people in physical activity

Demonstrate a culturally responsive, person-centred approach to working with older people to support and encourage participation in physical activity

Show an understanding of appropriate types of exercise for older adults and the ability to set appropriate activity goals

Apply the Australian Government's Physical Activity Recommendations for Older Adults to a range of scenarios

Critically analyse initiatives from Australia and overseas, designed to increase physical activity engagement in older adults

Assessments

To view assessment information, select an availability from the drop down, towards the top right of the screen.

Requisites information

Pre-requisites:

Handbook

Physical Activity and Ageing

AGES2003