Promoting Healthy Aging: Physical Activity and Its Dual Effects on Physical Health and Cognitive Function in Chinese Older Adults

Seniors who participate in physical activity demonstrate significantly better physical health and cognitive abilities compared to those who do not engage in physical activity, suggesting that physical activity not only helps to delay physical aging but also effectively slows cognitive decline. Future policies should focus on enhancing the promotion and implementation of physical activity among seniors, especially within groups with differentiated needs, to advance the process of healthy aging and further enhance the overall well-being of the senior population.