Research
Mixed
Regular aerobic activity and short-term exercise programs (aerobic and resistance) improve physiological and functional measures in older adults.
Engaging in structured exercise programs, whether aerobic or resistance-based, leads to immediate improvements in physical function and fitness, which may help delay mobility disability over time.
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Exercise training interventions (including aerobic and resistance) of older adults showed improvement in physiological and functional measures, and suggestion of longer-term reduction in incidence of mobility disability.
Why this rating
Based on 34 studies with cognitive outcomes and exercise interventions reporting functional outcomes.
Source
Physical activity and functional limitations in older adults: a systematic review related to Canada's Physical Activity Guidelines
Donald H. Paterson et al. · International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity · 2010
DOI 10.1186/1479-5868-7-38
systematic_review · n=83740Cited 947×
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