Physical activity and nutrition program for seniors (PANS): protocol of a randomized controlled trial

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Physical activity and nutrition program for seniors (PANS): protocol of a randomized controlled trial

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Abstract Background Along with reduced levels of physical activity, older Australian's mean energy consumption has increased. Now over 60% of older Australians are considered overweight or obese. This study aims to confirm if a low-cost, accessible physical activity and nutrition program can improve levels of physical activity and diet of insufficiently active 60-70 year-olds. Methods/Design This 12-month home-based randomised controlled trial (RCT) will consist of a nutrition and physical ac...

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2010-12-01

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Lee Andy / Howat Peter / Jancey Jonine / Burke Linda / Kerr Deborah / Shilton Trevor / Hills Andrew / Anderson Annie

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BMC Public Health

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http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/10/751

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Public aspects of medicine

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