Physical Exercise as a Tool for Enhancing Quality of Life and Preventing Chronic Diseases in Older Adults
Abstract
Regular physical activity is a cornerstone of healthy aging, offering substantial benefits for the prevention and management of chronic diseases that disproportionately affect older adults, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis. Evidence from randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses consistently demonstrates that multicomponent exercise programs—including aerobic, resistance, balance, and flexibility training—improve functional capacity, enhance metabolic health, maintain bone mineral density, and reduce fall risk. Integrating exercise into daily routines has proven effective not only in clinical settings but also in community-based programs, where group interventions such as Tai Chi classes, walking groups, and home-based resistance training have shown marked improvements in quality of life and independence among older adults. Importantly, adaptations for individuals with limited mobility—such as chair-based routines, supported strength exercises, and aquatic training—allow for safe participation and meaningful health outcomes. This article synthesizes current evidence to highlight the role of physical activity as a low-cost, accessible intervention for healthy aging, offering practical strategies for implementation across different levels of functional ability. The findings underscore that even modest and progressive engagement in physical exercise contributes to improved well-being, reduced disease burden, and sustained autonomy in later life.
Keywords
Physical Exercise, Older Adults, Chronic Disease Prevention, Quality Of Life, Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Mobility Adaptation, Functional Capacity, Healthy Aging.
Citations
IRE Journals:
Bruna Marques Valim Faria
"Physical Exercise as a Tool for Enhancing Quality of Life and Preventing Chronic Diseases in Older Adults" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 3 2025 Page 958-963
IEEE:
Bruna Marques Valim Faria
"Physical Exercise as a Tool for Enhancing Quality of Life and Preventing Chronic Diseases in Older Adults" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(3)
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