Shane Warehime1, Danae Dinkel2, Windy Alonso3, Bunny Pozehl4. 1. University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE, 68182, USA. Electronic address: swarehime@unomaha.edu. 2. University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE, 68182, USA. Electronic address: dmdinkel@unomaha.edu. 3. University of Nebraska Medical Center, S 42(nd) St & Emilie St., Omaha, NE, 68198, USA. Electronic address: windy.alonso@unmc.edu. 4. University of Nebraska Medical Center, S 42(nd) St & Emilie St., Omaha, NE, 68198, USA. Electronic address: bpozehl@unmc.edu.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Regular exercise is associated with numerous benefits; yet up to 91% of patients with heart failure (HF) do not exercise regularly. This study explored factors supporting long-term exercise adherence in patients with HF. DESIGN: This study was a qualitative multiple-case study. METHODS: Data were collected via semi-structured interviews from patients with HF at completion of an 18-month exercise intervention in a health care exercise facility and analyzed using a directed content analysis approach. RESULTS: Participants (n=22) identified perceived health status, scheduling/making exercise part of a routine, social support from coaches and family, knowledge about exercise, and motivation/perseverance as supports for long-term exercise adherence. CONCLUSIONS: Perceived health status may be key when promoting exercise adherence in this population. Knowledge, social support from coaches and family members, and motivation should be considered for long-term exercise adherence.
BACKGROUND: Regular exercise is associated with numerous benefits; yet up to 91% of patients with heart failure (HF) do not exercise regularly. This study explored factors supporting long-term exercise adherence in patients with HF. DESIGN: This study was a qualitative multiple-case study. METHODS: Data were collected via semi-structured interviews from patients with HF at completion of an 18-month exercise intervention in a health care exercise facility and analyzed using a directed content analysis approach. RESULTS:Participants (n=22) identified perceived health status, scheduling/making exercise part of a routine, social support from coaches and family, knowledge about exercise, and motivation/perseverance as supports for long-term exercise adherence. CONCLUSIONS: Perceived health status may be key when promoting exercise adherence in this population. Knowledge, social support from coaches and family members, and motivation should be considered for long-term exercise adherence.
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