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Efficiency of the elderly physical recreation programme aimed at improving functional efficiency and quality of life

Anna Leś
,
Ewa Kozdroń
,
Ewa Niedzielska
,
Michał Kozdroń

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5114/hpc.2018.74584
Online publish date: 2018/04/06
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Background
The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Physical Recreation Programme for the Elderly designed by Ewa Kozdroń intended to improve the functional efficiency and quality of life of women over 60 who participated in the programme.

Material and methods
The research involved 73 females aged 60-74 who participated in the Physical Recreation Programme for the Elderly. The research used the author's questionnaire, i.e. EQ-5D questionnaire and Functional Fitness Tests (FFT).

Results
The results of our research confirmed a positive relationship between participation in a regular physical activity, the declared level of functional fitness and the perceived quality of life.

Conclusions
A positive relationship was found in the study group between participation in regular physical activity, the declared level of functional fitness and the perceived quality of life.

keywords:

quality of life, physical activity, the elderly

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