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Physical activity and sport have a positive influence on self-esteem of older people and helps them feel that their health and welfare is best, according to the conclusions of the doctoral thesis at the Faculty of Sport Sciences University of Murcia.
This research, conducted by Ricardo José Ibáñez Pérez, advises, on the other hand, boost the resources available in the centers of the Instituto Murciano Social Action (IMAS) to facilitate those practices.
The doctoral thesis, which has been rated as outstanding cum laude, also indicates that also improve the available spaces in public residences for performing physical activity.
The study recommends that administrations include in their programs offering training for adults and performances in these areas.
The conclusions also say that the family is the element that most influences the self-image of the elderly and their quality of life.
This thesis was conducted by Professor Arturo Diaz Suarez, of the University of Murcia, Martin Martinez and Francisco Gonzalez of the Higher Technical School of Industrial Engineers.
Source: Universidad de Murcia
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