Group Cohesion in a Formal Exercise Program Composed of Predominantly Older Men.

Individuals reporting high group cohesion are less likely to discontinue participation in group exercise programs. A validated measure of group cohesion, the Physical Activity Group Environment Questionnaire (PAGEQ), is untested in older men. The PAGEQ was administered to, and questions about demographics and frequency and duration of participation were asked of, the Walk A Mile or More (WAMM) exercise group, which was composed of U.

Preliminary description of the feasibility of using peer leaders to encourage hypertension self-management.

Background: Despite consensus that effective treatment of hypertension reduces morbidity and mortality, control rates remain relatively low. This report describes key features of a peer support program designed to motivate individuals to improve self-management of hypertension.

Methods: We recruited Veterans of Foreign Wars posts in southeastern Wisconsin and trained members of these posts to be peer health leaders over a period of 18 months.