Abstract
The subjective experience of participating in aerobic exercise is unknown in Alzheimer's disease (AD). The purpose of this study was to understand the subjective perceptions of the feasibility and impact of a 6-month, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise intervention by older adults with AD and their family caregivers. Ten older adults with AD who completed the intervention and their family caregivers participated in four focus group interviews. Four converging themes were identified: "There was no perceived positive change in cognitive symptoms," "The 6-month exercise program was socially rewarding," "The 6-month exercise program increased physical strength," and "Participation in aerobic exercise was a positive experience." Family caregivers further identified two additional themes: "The exercise program led to improved attitude in older adults with AD" and "The exercise program reduced caregiver stress." Aerobic exercise is a feasible and well-perceived intervention for older adults with AD and their family caregivers.
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