Aquatic Exercise for Cognition and Mobility in Older Adults

Effects of Aquatic Integrated Cognitive Motor Training on Cognition and Mobility in Older Adults

The purpose of this study is to assess the effects of an aquatic exercise program on cognition and physical function of older adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Able to ambulate 100 ft independently with or without assistive device
• Score greater than or equal to 3 on the Mini-Cog Test
• Stable medical condition within one month prior to the study
• Stable exercise program within one month prior to the study
• Available during study testing and group class times
• COVID-19 vaccination
• Permission from medical provider to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of dementia or Alzheimer's
• Contraindication to exercise or pool immersion (e.g., unstable cardiovascular conditions, fever, diarrhea, aqua-phobia)