Table 5. The COVID-19 pandemic: implications for older adults’ physical activity
Survey questionAnswerFrequency, n (%)
Public health and social measures introduced to prevent the spread of COVID -19 have reduced older adults’ levels of physical activityAgree20 (55.6)
Somewhat agree5 (13.9)
Neither agree nor disagree2 (5.6)
Somewhat disagree3 (8.3)
Disagree0 (0)
Not stated6 (16.7)
In the light of the COVID-19 pandemic — do you think that health professionals can play an increased role in promoting physical activity to older adults?Yes24 (66.7)
No2 (5.6)
Don't know3 (8.3)
Not stated7 (19.4)
Considering the COVID-19 pandemic—how likely are you to discuss physical activity with older adults as part of routine practice?More likely12 (33.3)
Same as usual15 (41.7)
Less likely3 (8.3)
Not stated6 (16.7)