परिचय आज की तेज-तर्रार जिंदगी में “फिटनेस के लिए घंटों जिम जाना” एक बड़ी चुनौती हो सकती है। लेकिन, क्या आपने सोचा है कि केवल 15 मिनट प्रतिदिन कुछ ऐसा बदलाव ला सकते हैं जो दीर्घकाल में आपके स्वास्थ्…

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Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of mortality, and exercise has been shown to reduce both. Health conditions, environmental factors, and logistical challenges are often barriers for participation in pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). Given the barriers many individuals with COPD face when attending health care centers for PR, virtual home-based cycling exercise could be an option. Objective: This study aimed to explore the development of a home-based cycling exercise intervention for individuals with COPD, focusing on aspects such as bicycle selection, app functionality, and pilot testing. Furthermore, it aimed to explore participants' and nonparticipants' attitudes toward the intervention. Methods: Using a phenomenological-hermeneutic approach, data were gathered from 15 semistructured interviews, including test pilots, participants, and nonparticipants. A thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. Results: Thematic analysis identified 8 key themes: bicycle selection, individual guidance needs, geographical and video quality, online connectivity, comfort and accessibility of home-based cycling, flexibility, energy levels, and practical limitations. Findings highlighted a preference for pedal bicycles with adjustable intensity, the importance of flexibility in scheduling, and the autonomy provided by a home-based setup. While participants appreciated the virtual journey on videos, barriers such as lack of energy, stress, and limited space were reported by nonparticipants. Conclusions: Recommendations include enhancing app features and addressing individual needs to improve adherence. The study underscores the potential of tailored home-based exercise interventions in overcoming traditional PR challenges.

Background: The global aging population and the high incidence of falls among this population highlight the need for effective preventive strategies. Home-based exercise programs, such as the Otago protocol, have demonstrated efficacy in reducing fall risk but often face barriers related to user adherence. Mobile health (mHealth) applications offer promising tools to support health promotion and enhance autonomy in older adults. Objective: To develop and validate a prototype mobile application, Mais Equilíbrio (“More Balance”), designed to guide older adults in performing home-based physical exercises adapted from the Otago protocol. Methods: This methodological study was conducted in two phases: (1) Content validation by 22 experts in Physical Education and Physiotherapy using the Suitability Assessment of Materials (SAM) scale; and (2) Usability testing with 24 older aldults (aged 60 to 80 years), using the System Usability Scale (SUS). An overall score above 70% on the SAM and above 85 on the SUS were considered indicators of high quality and excellent usability, respectively. Results: The Mais Equilíbrio app was developed based on the Otago protocol and tailored for independent home use. A Content Validity Index (CVI) above 0.95 was observed for all items. An overall score of 81.20 (±15.78) on the SAM scale was found, classifying the material as “superior.” Usability tests with older adults showed an average score of 95.98 (±5.58) on the SUS, indicating excellent usability. The highest scores were observed in “ease of use” and “user confidence”. Conclusions: The Mais Equilíbrio app has proven to be a valid and highly usable technological tool for guiding home-based physical exercises for older adults, with the potential to promote fall prevention and autonomy. Future studies should explore its effectiveness in long-term programs and its potential integration into clinical practice.

"Home exercise? Isn't that just doing star jumps in your pyjamas while the dog judges you?" Well, yes, but home exercise is the unsung hero of the fitness world, and here's why: