Vol. 3, Issue 12, Part H (2017)

Abstract
The purpose of this study was to conduct a survey to test the viability and efficacy of an exercise program compared with usual medications and medical care in improving the emotional and physical functioning of older adults. The respondents were older adults whose ages vary from fifty to seventy years old were randomized with activities to exercise, or with usual medical care; 40 participants were asked for the one-week study. Outcomes included measures of both emotional and physical functioning. Individuals who exercise regularly showed greater improvements in physical functioning than individuals in the usual medical care condition. Hence, the presence of exercise showed promise as treatment for late-life.