Physical activity in community-dwelling older people: a review of systematic reviews of interventions and context

BackgroundResearch evidence on the importance of physical activity for prevention and delay of long-term conditions is strong. However, activity rates decline substantially over the life course, particularly around later life. This review is part of a comprehensive evidence synthesis of preventive interventions in older age, with a focus on healthy behaviours to identify evidence gaps and inform policy relating to ageing well and cognitive …