Recreation and physical activity of elderly people – example of the residents of Łódź voivodship Cover Image

Rekreacja i aktywność ruchowa starszych osób. Przykład mieszkańców województwa łódzkiego
Recreation and physical activity of elderly people – example of the residents of Łódź voivodship

Author(s): Blanka Gosik
Subject(s): Gerontology
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego
Keywords: Recreation; physical activity; aging.

Summary/Abstract: AbstractThe purpose of the article is to describe the problem of the systemic aging ofa society. Demografic forcasts indicate that the proces is progressive and irreversible. One of the most important aspects of the aging of society and its impact is the state of health of seiors. Physical activity is crucial in keeping ones active and slowing the proces of aging. The investigation outlines the levels of physical ativity and rectearion among seniors in Łódź Voivodeship.

  • Issue Year: 2015
  • Issue No: 14
  • Page Range: 151-163
  • Page Count: 13
  • Language: Polish