The Effects of 12-Weeks in a Combined Exercise Program on the Self-Reliance Fitness and Growth Hormone in the Obese Elderly Women

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to observe self-reliance fitness and growth hormones in obese elderly women. Twenty-four females over the age of 65 years, who did not exercise regularly, were chosen as test subjects. All subjects were evaluated pre-and post-test. The results of this study were as follows; Results related to the experimental group revealed that there were statistically significant differences between the mean scores pre-and post-test in self-reliance fitness. Results related to the experimental group revealed that there were statistically significant differences between the mean scores pre-and post-test in growth hormone. Overall, participation in a 12-week combined exercise program had a positive impact on the self-reliance fitness and growth hormone in the obese elderly women. Based on the results of this study, obese elderly women are encouraged to participate in a combined exercises program on a regular basis.

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