Successful aging: how does physical activity influence engagement with life?

Jacqueline A. Liffiton1, Sean Horton1, Joseph Baker2, Patricia L. Weir1
1Department of Kinesiology, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON, N9B 3P4, Canada
2School of Kinesiology and Health Science, York University, Toronto, ON M3J 1P3, Canada

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Abstract With the increasing number of individuals over the age of 65 years worldwide, it is critical for society to recognize the importance of helping seniors maintain their health, physical, and cognitive functioning as well as their engagement with life. These three dimensions provide the foundation for successful aging (SA). The positive role of engagement with life has been understated to date in the literature. This review highlights the components of SA with particular emphasis on engagement and how physical activity positively impacts engagement which in turn positively influences health and physical function.

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