Abstract
Participation in physical activity (PA) is one of the important factors helping to preserve the quality of life, positive self-concept and life satisfaction over the lifespan. Study was conducted on a sample of Czech and US older adults (n=426) aged 60-85 years.
The respondents were administered a battery of selfevaluation questionnaires which measured their participation in various types of PA motivation to participate in PA, and perceived health. The results show certain cultural differences in both groups with the American older adults participating more in sporting PA and the Czech older adults participating in more non-sporting and work-related PA.
These facts are to be used when working with seniors. It is necessary to train them to participate in intentional physical activity/sport and provide them by professional help of educational staff.