Elderly-Friendly Design of Outdoor Fitness Equipment Based on Persuasion Theory
Objective In view of the lack of strength training among the elderly in our country,this paper explores how to use the persuasion theory to propose an elderly-friendly outdoor strength fitness equipment design scheme,with which to guide the elderly to love strength training and develop the habit of long-term strength training.Methods Interview method was used to gain insights into the workout routines of the elderly and analyze the reasons why the elderly do not engage in strength training.Based on FBM behavioral model,the elderly-friendly design strategy of outdoor strength fitness equipment was proposed from the three factors of motivation,ability and triggers.Results An elderly-friendly design of outdoor strength fitness equipment was completed by using persuasive design to change the fitness behaviour of the elderly.Conclusion According to the three elements of FBM,this paper analyzes the fitness behavior of the elderly,and puts forward design strategies such as increasing interest in exercise,reducing the ability required for fitness training of the elderly,and triggering physical activity through physical interaction,which can provide new ideas for the elderly-friendly design of outdoor fitness equipment.
persuasive designFBMfitness for the elderlyelderly-friendly designdesign strategy
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