Self-regulation methods to change the physical activity behaviour in elderly – Pre- and post intervention results of the study OptimaHl 60plus

Introduction: OPTIMAHL 60plus is a counseling aid for those aged 60 years and above. It aims to improve the physical activity and nutritional behaviour, maintenance and enhancement of the quality of life, and autonomy of the elderly with special attention to people with a low SE status or migration background. The intervention study comprises the participatory development of the aid in cooperation with elderly people (focus groups) and the evaluation of the prevention programme (intervention – counselling aid and health information and control groups – health information only). Methods: 423 elderly (356 without…