WhatsApp Radio Taiso Exercise Program for Adults Aged 60+
The Effect of the WhatsApp-Based Radio Taiso Exercise Program on Exercise Habits, Physical Performance, and Quality of Life in Individuals Aged 60 and Over
Ondokuz Mayıs University
30 participants
Mar 10, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The aim of this research is to examine the contribution of the Radio Taiso exercise program, offered via the WhatsApp application, to the process of establishing exercise habits in individuals aged 60 and over, and to evaluate the effects of this intervention on physical performance and quality of life. The study investigates the usability of WhatsApp, a digital platform, as a support tool in developing exercise habits. Furthermore, it aims to reveal the effects of the traditional Radio Taiso exercise model, widely practiced in Japan, one of the longest-living societies in the world, on the physical performance and quality of life of older adults.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Being 60 years of age or older
- Being able to use a smartphone and the WhatsApp application
- Having internet access
- Being able to walk independently (including using assistive devices)
- Being able to understand verbal instructions
- Agreeing to participate in the research voluntarily
Exclusion Criteria4
- Having undergone major orthopedic surgery within the last 6 months
- Having uncontrolled cardiovascular disease
- Having a serious neurological disease that prevents participation in exercise
- Being unable to exercise due to severe balance disorders or a history of falls
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Interventions
This study will utilize Radio Taiso exercises. The exercises will be conducted via WhatsApp. The aim of this 5-minute daily program is to instill an exercise habit in individuals over 60 years of age.
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NCT07497529