Improvement in muscular strength and aerobic capacities in elderly people occurs independently of physical training type or exercise model

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: Progressive decline of physiological processes with aging is normal. Aging is also associated with decreased functional capacity and onset of many diseases. This study evaluated the changes in physical fitness (PF), body composition (BC), and lipid profile (LP) in elderly men completing different training protocols. METHODS: Fifty-five men (age 60-80 years) were randomized into the following groups: without training, aerobic training on dry land, combined training on dry land, and combined training in water. Training was conducted for 8 weeks, and PF, LP, and BC were assessed at the beginning and end of the intervention. RESULTS: Significant improvements were observed in all parameters; however, combined programs on land or in water were more effective at improving strength and aerobic fitness. Combined exercise produced greater effects on BC and LP and some muscle fitness parameters; however, improvements in muscular and aerobic capacities occurred independently of exercise type or model. CONCLUSION: These results indicate that the effects of training occur regardless of training type or model, and are directly associated with training periodization, adherence, and regularity.

Postura e equilíbrio em idosos praticantes e não praticantes de exercícios físicos

“…Elderly that regularly practice physical activities revealed a tendency of better scores in the evaluation of sitting posture, vertical alignment, and balance, compared to nonpracticing ones, partially confirming the hypotheses. These results are confirmed by previous studies 3,7,17 . Bertolini and Manueira 18 showed that elderly people who do not exercise have less balance and a greater history of falls.…”

“…However, data on physical activity level and static body posture in the elderly are still scarce. Thus, the production of evidence that shows the importance of physical exercise by the elderly population is certainly relevant 7 and understanding the postural profile of the elderly who regularly practice physical exercises can support the discussion on the priority themes of the National Health Promotion Policy. This study considers the hypothesis that despite the potential engagement in the promotion of physical activity observed recently, elderly who regularly practice physical activities show better scores in the evaluation of posture and balance, compared to those that do not practice them.…”

Effect of high‐intensity interval training and continuous endurance training on peak oxygen uptake among seniors aged 65 or older: A meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials

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Pengaruh Aerobic Exercise Untuk Meningkatkan Upper Body Strength Pada Calon Jamaah Umrah

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