Research faculty from the Neiva campus\u2014Diana Lucia Sinza Leyton, Daniela Perdomo Uraz\u00e1n, Gladys Tamayo Perdomo, Deisy Yulieth Silva Mu\u00f1oz, Edna Paola Ramos Gonz\u00e1lez, and Yasm\u00edn Andrea Rodr\u00edguez Laiseca\u2014together with professors from the Universidad de los Llanos (Unillanos), Sergio Alejandro Quijano Duarte and M\u00f3nica Vannesa Chanag\u00e1 Gelves, proudly announce the publication of their latest article in the journal RETOS, Nuevas Tendencias en Educaci\u00f3n F\u00edsica, Deportes y Recreaci\u00f3n, titled \u201cSociodemographic and Nutritional Factors Associated with Physical Performance in Non-Institutionalized Older Adults.\u201d<\/p>\n
This research emerged from community projects, academic practice, and research seedbeds at the Neiva campus, aiming to contribute to the field of community geriatrics. The study highlights the complexity of physical performance in older adults through a comprehensive approach in communes 3, 6 and 10 of the metropolitan area of Neiva.<\/p>\n
Beyond the quantitative findings, the results invite a rethinking of functional assessment models by incorporating biopsychosocial dimensions that strengthen human development and functionality in this population. In this way, the study represents a significant contribution to the understanding of active aging.<\/p>\n
From an applied perspective, the findings support the need to strengthen physical health promotion strategies for older adults, especially those focused on the early detection of functional decline. This publication reaffirms the research commitment of Fundaci\u00f3n Universitaria Mar\u00eda Cano to generating relevant knowledge for community well-being and quality of life.<\/p>\n
The journal RETOS, founded by the Spanish Federation of Physical Education Teachers (FEADEF) and published by JURUFRA, specializes in disseminating original articles in the fields of physical activity sciences, sport, health, and recreation.<\/p>\n