ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL TRAINING PROGRAMS IMPROVE SENSORIMOTOR SKILLS IN ELDERLY POST-COVID-19: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Abstract

An unforeseen public health challenge was brought forth by the COVID-19 outbreak. Globally, steps were taken to slow the virus's transmission in order to prevent overburdening the healthcare system. As a result, engaging in physical activity helps to boost immunity, which is advantageous for both preventing and treating viral infections and chronic illnesses. This systematic review's main goal was to provide information on how exercise programs impact sensorimotor abilities as people age, with a focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines were followed in the conduct of this systematic review. Databases were searched starting in May 2022 for articles that addressed physical training regimens to enhance sensorimotor skills in older adults over 50. A total of approximately 895 people aged 60 to 85 years were included in this review. Specific findings support the positive benefits of exercise programs during COVID-19 to improve physical, cognitive, social, and psychological health skills in older adults. Improvements in mood, anxiety, and quality of life in relation to health are among the results; however, they present an increase in body fat due to reduced daily physical activity (PA) and changes in daily diet. These results will update healthcare professionals and researchers on how to target a specific group. Therefore, it was imperative to maintain physical activity during COVID-19, using specific voluntary and motivating skills that overcome the obstacles unique to COVID-19 and increase motivation and success in physical exercise.