Western Kentucky University
Exploring the Role of Bingocize® Workshops in Enhancing Physical Health in Older Adults
Grade Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Biology; Applied Human Physiology
Institution 24-25
Western Kentucky University
KY House District #
56
KY Senate District #
12
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Dr. Mark Schafer; Dr. Jason Crandall
Department
Center for Applied Science in Health and Aging
Abstract
As the population of older adults grows, the need for better health and well-being also grows, making it necessary to implement effective strategies for healthy aging to improve the length and quality of life of older adults (CDC, 2024). This study evaluates the effectiveness of a Bingocize® Workshop in improving the physical health of older adults. Bingocize®, a unique program combining bingo with exercise, is designed to increase physical activity. Eleven (11) participants aged 68.55 ± 6.235 attended a ten-week workshop focusing on physical exercises tailored to their abilities. The primary objective was to assess changes in physical function, including mobility, strength, and balance. Pre- and post-workshop assessments were conducted using standardized measures such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, grip strength test, 360 turn test, and the 30-second Chair Stand test for physical performance. Paired Sample t-tests were used to compare pre-and post-intervention effects among participants who completed the program. All data analyses were performed using SPSS software (29). The level of statistical significance was set at p < .05. Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in all physical measures (Right Hand Grip Strength Test t(10) = -3.29, p = .008, Left Hand Grip Strength Test t(10) = -4.28, p = .002, Sit-To-Stand Test t(10) = -5.36, p < .001, Timed-Up and Go Test t(10) = 4.218, p = .002, 360 Turn Test t(10) = 3.24, p = .009). These findings suggest that older adults engaging in an accessible program like Bingocize® can effectively improve the physical health and functioning of older adults. The results highlight the potential for this approach to be adopted in senior wellness programs as a cost-effective, engaging intervention for promoting physical health in aging populations. Further research is warranted to explore long-term effects and the scalability of such programs in diverse settings.
Exploring the Role of Bingocize® Workshops in Enhancing Physical Health in Older Adults
As the population of older adults grows, the need for better health and well-being also grows, making it necessary to implement effective strategies for healthy aging to improve the length and quality of life of older adults (CDC, 2024). This study evaluates the effectiveness of a Bingocize® Workshop in improving the physical health of older adults. Bingocize®, a unique program combining bingo with exercise, is designed to increase physical activity. Eleven (11) participants aged 68.55 ± 6.235 attended a ten-week workshop focusing on physical exercises tailored to their abilities. The primary objective was to assess changes in physical function, including mobility, strength, and balance. Pre- and post-workshop assessments were conducted using standardized measures such as the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, grip strength test, 360 turn test, and the 30-second Chair Stand test for physical performance. Paired Sample t-tests were used to compare pre-and post-intervention effects among participants who completed the program. All data analyses were performed using SPSS software (29). The level of statistical significance was set at p < .05. Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in all physical measures (Right Hand Grip Strength Test t(10) = -3.29, p = .008, Left Hand Grip Strength Test t(10) = -4.28, p = .002, Sit-To-Stand Test t(10) = -5.36, p < .001, Timed-Up and Go Test t(10) = 4.218, p = .002, 360 Turn Test t(10) = 3.24, p = .009). These findings suggest that older adults engaging in an accessible program like Bingocize® can effectively improve the physical health and functioning of older adults. The results highlight the potential for this approach to be adopted in senior wellness programs as a cost-effective, engaging intervention for promoting physical health in aging populations. Further research is warranted to explore long-term effects and the scalability of such programs in diverse settings.