Analysis of physical activity as an integral element of active aging

Lifestyle can accelerate or slowdown the involution and deterioration of the different abilities. This research shows that if people over sixty five years old (EA 65+) practice physical activity on a regular basis, the progressive and generalised deterioration of bodily functions, the onset of dementia and degenerative diseases can slow down, while extending autonomy and reducing limitations in daily life. Objectives: 1. Study and analyse experts’ opinion regarding physical activity (PA) practice so that aging remains active. 2. Analyse the PA characteristics in terms of volume, intensity, density, frequency and duration for it to become part of an active aging. 3. Design a basic PA programme. Method: Evaluation and synthesis review of the sources considered most relevant at international level. Study the research work of doctors Gerard D. Cohen and Robert M. Kaiser. Results: All the sources consulted affirm that EA 65+ practising PA (at least two or three days per week) improve their mood, stay active, foster interpersonal relationships and enjoy a greater autonomy. Conclusion: The sources studied show that practicing PA on a regular basis guarantees the quality of life and autonomy, as well as the delay in the onset of dementia for EA 65+.