Physical activities have been successful in the rehabilitative process by tending to
reduce or retard chronic conditions. The purpose of this study was to assess the
status of exercise programs in senior centers in Louisiana. Data were collected
from 58 of the 75 senior centers (77%). Results indicated that almost half of the
senior centers did not have exercise programs. The most frequently indicated
problems/ barriers preventing centers from implementing effective exercise programs were (1) lack offunds to pay personnel, (2) no qualified person to conduct an
exercise program, (3) difficulty in motivating participants, and (4) lack of equipment or available space.
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