Relationship Between Walking Activity and Sleep Quality among Community-Dwelling Older Adults.

PURPOSE:To explore the relationship between walking activity and sleep quality among elderly.DESIGN:A cross-sectional, correlation study with purposive sampling was conducted on participants with a walking habit but not regular moderate-intensity exercise.METHODS:Data were collected by structured questionnaires, including the Walking Activity Questionnaire and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index.FINDINGS:The total walking time per week and frequency of walking per day were significant predictors of sleep quality.CONCLUSIONS:Walking can help older community-dwelling adults improve their sleep quality.CLINICAL EVIDENCE:Walking more than once per day and total walking time per week ≥210 minutes were associated with good sleep quality.