HUBUNGAN TINGKAT KECEMASAN DENGAN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL PADA LANSIA DI KOTA MALANG

Background : A person is considered elderly when they reach the age of 60 years or older. Elderly individuals experience various changes physically, socially, and mentally. Anxiety can occur at any age, but the elderly are at the highest risk of experiencing anxiety. Anxiety can be influenced by several factors, both internal and external. In the elderly, there is also a decline in strength, stamina, and physical appearance, which can cause anxiety as they age. When experiencing anxiety, they feel discomfort and fear, which can disrupt their physical activity level. Chronic diseases in the elderly can also be triggered by several factors, one of which is insufficient physical activity, increasing the risk of chronic illness and overall mortality.
Objective : This study aimed to determine the relationship between anxiety level and physical activity level in elderly people in Malang City.
Methods : This study used a cross-sectional design and was conducted in Malang City from August to September 2025. Purposive sampling was used to select respondents according to the inclusion criteria set by the researchers. The total number of respondents in this study was 57.
Results : Statistical analysis showed a p-value < 0.001 (which is less than 0.05), indicating a significant relationship between anxiety level and physical activity level in the elderly in Malang City.
Conclusion : There is a significant relationship between anxiety level and physical activity level among the elderly in Malang City.