Abstract

Purpose: With advancing age, fall prevention and dementia management are critical challenges. This study evaluated the effectiveness of the AHA Digitized Mat & System (Active & Happy Ageing), a 13-week stepping exercise program for older adults. Twenty-five participants aged 60 and above completed the program twice per week. Pre- and post-assessments using the Cognitive Impairment Screening Test (CIST), daily life fitness indices, and a subjective happiness survey revealed that cognitive scores improved by 10.5%, physical coordination indicators were maintained or enhanced, positive affect increased, and negative affect decreased by 19.4%. Participant satisfaction averaged 96.8/100, confirming high acceptance. The AHA Digitized Mat & System effectively promotes both active and happy ageing by enhancing cognitive-motor coordination and subjective well-being, with practical implications for fall prevention, rehabilitation, and community-based welfare services.