An examination of resistance training behaviours among older adults in Alberta

Abstract

The purpose of this two-phase study was to explore resistance training behaviours among older adults in Alberta. The objective of Study 1 was to gain a better understanding of resistance training behaviours among older adults. The objective of Study 2 was to gain a better understanding of the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and other psychosocial factors associated with resistance training and sedentary behaviour. Results suggest that older adults have unique preferences for receiving resistance training counseling and programming. These preferences were associated with specific demographic and health-related variables. Further, specific profiles of resistance and sedentary activity are associated with HRQoL and psychosocial health. In particular, participants engaging in high volumes of sedentary time as well as not meeting resistance training guidelines (i.e., at least two times per week) reported significantly poorer HRQoL.