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A Quasi-Experimental Study on the Effect of an Outdoor Physical Activity Program on the Well-Being of Older Chinese People in Hong Kong

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  • Daniel W. L. Lai

    (Faculty of Social Sciences, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong, China)

  • Xiaoting Ou

    (Department of Sport, Physical Education and Health, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong, China)

  • Jiahui Jin

    (Faculty of Social Sciences, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong, China)

Abstract

Active participation in physical activity by older people is effective in improving their health. This research aims to examine the positive effects of participation in vigorous outdoor physical activities by older Chinese people in Hong Kong, and whether such effects would vary with socioeconomic background. A quasi-experimental, nonequivalent group design was used. A total of 22 participants were randomly assigned to participate in an outdoor physical activity program. Another 14 participants took part as a control group. The 14-item Self-Image of Aging Scale for Chinese Elders and the four-item self-report Subjective Happiness Scale were used to measure participants’ self-image and overall happiness level. All participants completed the assessment before and after the program. Happiness level was enhanced in participants in the experimental group ( p = 0.037) and their level of overall mental health also improved ( p = 0.031, η 2 p = 0.129). Demographics did not have any significant effect on well-being outcomes. A structured outdoor physical activity program could be a viable choice for future practice to enhance the mental well-being of older Chinese people.

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  • Daniel W. L. Lai & Xiaoting Ou & Jiahui Jin, 2022. "A Quasi-Experimental Study on the Effect of an Outdoor Physical Activity Program on the Well-Being of Older Chinese People in Hong Kong," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(15), pages 1-8, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:15:p:8950-:d:869702
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