Importance of health.
The relative importance elders attach to their own health affects their perceived importance of activity.
Elders note the high priority of health among their values, and in 1 study they were more health-conscious than younger subjects.
In general, the prevalence of health-promoting behaviors increases with age, with the notable exception of activity.
However, 1 survey reported that elders increased their participation in physical activity at a faster rate than did any other adult age group