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This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an online exercise program for older adults and to assess its effects on functional fitness.

June 3, 2026Journal of Aging and Physical Activity

Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Effects of the Online Exercise Program PERMANENTO in Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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KMKaterina MachacovaCharles University MŠMichal ŠtefflCharles University ABAlžběta BártováCharles University

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Randomized trial finds an online exercise program enhances functional fitness in older adults, suggesting long-term adherence potential.

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This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an online exercise program for older adults and to assess its effects on functional fitness.
82 community-dwelling adults aged 70+ randomized into intervention (n=45) and control (n=37) groups.
Intervention included a 12-week online program with daily 15-minute sessions, tracked for adherence.
Functional fitness was assessed using performance tests and self-assessment, analyzed with generalized linear models.
Intervention group showed 100% retention and adherence rates.
Perceived functional fitness improved significantly (B = -1.098, p < .05) with moderate effect size (d = 0.59).
Participants rated the program as clear and manageable, with 91% willing to continue.

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Machacova et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1fc3eddee9eb8c0dce571a https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2025-0180

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