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DanceOn50+: Effects of a Dance Program on Physical and Psycho-emotional Health
Sponsor: Universidade do Porto
Summary
Aging is associated with a decline in physical and cognitive function affecting autonomy and the ability to perform daily living activities. Interventions aiming the promotion of healthy aging and life-long learning are required to improve physical and cognitive health in a social context. Dance is a cultural and physical activity that can be well adapted for older adults. Dance might counteract physical and cognitive functional decline and promotes social and emotional interactions. Importantly, dance can be individually adjusted in terms of physical fitness and cultural background. However, to date, there is a lack of research on the effects of a dance intervention with older adults setting to promote healthy aging and lifelong learning. Thus, this research project aims to explore the impact of a dance-based intervention with older adults from the community on physical, cognitive and psycho-emotional health while simultaneously generating inclusive artistic experiences and lifelong learning opportunities. The study includes a quantitative quasi-experimental design. The study sample consists of healthy individuals from the community aged ≥ 50 years recruited through community programs and social media platforms. Those who agree to participate will be informed of the project objectives and procedures. Participation in the study is voluntary, and all participants will be required to sign a voluntary informed consent form. Participants will be assigned to a dance training group, Multicomponent Exercise Group or the control group (no intervention). Outcomes will be measured using the Astrand Cycle Ergometer Submaximal Test, Open Circuit Pirometer Technique, Battery Senior Fitness Test, Isokinetic Dynamometer and Handgrip Dynamometer to assess physical fitness, Accelerometer, and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index to assess physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep; psychoemotional questionnaires validated on Portuguese subjects to assess psychoemotional variables; tape measure and bioeletric impedance balance to assess body composition; digital sphygmomanometer and spirometry to assess cardiovascular and respiratory function; neurocognitive and psychological tests to assess cognitive function; and electroencephalography to assess electrophysiology.
Official title: Dance On 50+: Effects of a Dance Program on Physical and Psycho-emotional Health
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
50 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
110
Start Date
2025-07-15
Completion Date
2026-01-31
Last Updated
2025-09-08
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Ballroom Dance
The intervention will involve twice-weekly dance sessions, lasting 45 minutes each, for 6 months. Each session will include: 1. Rhythmic warm-up with music. 2. Combination of aerobic, resistance, and coordination exercises. 3. Technical development and learning of dance routines. 4. Cool down with free-body movements to slow music.
Multicomponent Exercise
The Multicomponent Exercise intervention will target several physical fitness components simultaneously, including strength, balance, and aerobic fitness. The program will consist of twice-weekly sessions, each lasting 45 minutes, for 6 months. Each session will include: 1. Warm-up with light stretching and joint mobility exercises. 2. Balance exercises 3. Strength training exercises 4. Aerobic exercises 5. Cool down with flexibility and relaxation exercises.
Locations (1)
CIAFEL
Porto, Porto District, Portugal