Adherence
An 8-week combined functional strength and nutrition education program does NOT significantly improve gait speed, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), or protein intake in older adults with pre-frailty and frailty, although exploratory analysis suggests potential trends.
Knowing you need more protein doesn't always mean you will eat more, especially if you live in a facility with limited menu choices. Focus on practical strategies like adding specific high-protein snacks or choosing protein-rich options from existing menus, rather than trying to completely change your diet overnight. Combine this with strength training for the best functional results.
There were no significant improvements in gait speed, HRQoL index scores, self-rated health, physical activity levels (aerobic activity and strength training) or protein intake.
Why this rating
Pilot RCT, small sample, exploratory analysis for some outcomes.
Source
Encouraging older adults with pre-frailty and frailty to “MoveStrong”: an analysis of secondary outcomes for a pilot randomized controlled trial
Isabel B. Rodrigues et al. · Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada · 2022
DOI 10.24095/hpcdp.42.6.02
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