Journal of Aging and Physical Activity

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Aging and Physical Activity (JAPA) is a multidisciplinary journal that publishes peer-reviewed original research reports, scholarly reviews, and professional-application articles on the relationship between physical activity and the aging process.

The journal encourages the submission of articles that can contribute to an understanding of (a) the impact of physical activity on physiological, psychological, and social aspects of older adults and (b) the effect of advancing age or the aging process on physical activity among older adults.

In addition to publishing research reports and reviews, JAPA publishes articles that examine the development, implementation, and evaluation of physical activity programs among older adults.

Articles from the biological, behavioral, and social sciences, as well as from fields such as medicine, clinical psychology, physical and recreational therapy, health, physical education, and recreation, are appropriate for the journal.

Studies using animal models do not fit within our mission statement and should be submitted elsewhere.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.5
2024	1.40

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8331

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	580

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.684

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	72

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions, Medicine and Nursing, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Development and Validation of a Functional Fitness Test for Community-Residing Older Adults

  Citation: 1349

  Authors: Roberta E., C. Jessie

• Walking Speed: The Functional Vital Sign

  Citation: 974

  Authors: Addie, Stacy L., Michelle

• Functional Fitness Normative Scores for Community-Residing Older Adults, Ages 60-94

  Citation: 561

  Authors: Roberta E., C. Jessie

• How Sedentary Are Older People? A Systematic Review of the Amount of Sedentary Behavior

  Citation: 432

  Authors: Juliet A., Sebastien F.M., Dawn A.

• The Reliability and Validity of a 6-Minute Walk Test as a Measure of Physical Endurance in Older Adults

  Citation: 322

  Authors: Roberta E., C. Jessie

• Accelerometer Assessment of Physical Activity in Active, Healthy Older Adults

  Citation: 317

  Authors: Jennifer L., Dale W.

• Dimensions of Mobility: Defining the Complexity and Difficulty Associated with Community Mobility

  Citation: 269

  Authors: Aftab E., Anne

• Barriers and Motivators of Physical Activity Participation in Middle-Aged and Older Adults—A Systematic Review

  Citation: 252

  Authors: Karl, David, Amira, John, Bob, Kate

• Activity-Monitor Accuracy in Measuring Step Number and Cadence in Community-Dwelling Older Adults

  Citation: 226

  Authors: P. Margaret, Philippa M., Sarah L., Malcolm H.

• Neighborhood-Level Influences on Physical Activity among Older Adults: A Multilevel Analysis

  Citation: 223

  Authors: K. John, Fuzhong, Yvonne, Minot

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