{"manuscript_title":"<b>Physical activity participation among older people and its association with health status and quality of life: A cross-sectional study.</b>","abstract":"<b>ABSTRACT</b><b>Introduction: </b>The aging process brings with it a host of physiological changes, many of which can lead to a reduction in physical function and an increased risk of chronic disease. Worldwide, around 3.2 million deaths per year are being attributed to inactivity. Engaging in regular physical activity has been shown to be an effective means of mitigating many of these negative outcomes, particularly in older adults. In addition to improving physical health outcomes, physical activity has also been linked to improved quality of life in older adults.<b>Aims and Objectives: </b>To identify physical activity levels among study population and to examine the relationships between physical activity with self-stated health, and quality of life among older adults.<b>Methodology:</b> A cross-sectional community-based study was carried out among people aged 60+ years residing within a radius of 3km from Medical College using snowball technique by visiting jogger's parks in the morning and evening. Physical activity was assessed using the Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE) and Quality of life was assessed using Stark questionnaire. Ethical approval for the study was obtained.  Responses were analysed using descriptive statistics.<b>Results: </b>This study concludes that those who were physical active, they were significantly having higher quality of life as compared to those who were physically inactive. The regression analysis reveals that the chance of living quality life was nine percent higher among those who were physically active as compared to their counterparts.<b>Conclusion: </b>The mechanisms underlying the association between physical activity and quality of life are not entirely clear. However, several potential pathways have been proposed. One possibility is that physical activity may improve physical function and mobility, which in turn leads to increased social engagement and participation in meaningful activities. This can result in increased social support and a greater quality of life.","keywords":["Physical activity","Quality of life","older people"]}