Strength Training in Older Women: Does Self-Efficacy Mediate Improvements in Physical Function

These data suggest that self-efficacy may mediate physical activity's influence on physical function in older adults. The findings from this study have both theoretical and practical implications. Specifically, there are several measurement and conceptual issues to be addressed. Furthermore, this study highlights the need for determining the effect of increased physical activity participation on functional status and well-being in older adults from both a practical standpoint and a public health perspective. Finally, the present findings support a social cognitive framework for the examination of the relationships between physical activity, psychological health, and physical function among the elderly.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Kinesiology and Community Health

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2015

Author dc:creator

• Mihalko, Shannon Lara

Contributors dc:contributor

• McAuley, Edward

• Health Sciences, Recreation

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

(MiAaPQ)AAI9737199

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/86410