Adherence
Regular physical activity, including resistance, aerobic, and balance exercises, reduces the risk of chronic diseases, cognitive decline, and functional impairment in older adults.
Engage in regular physical activity tailored to your abilities. Include resistance training to build muscle, aerobic exercise for heart health, and balance activities to prevent falls. Even moderate activity like walking can significantly reduce the risk of dementia and chronic diseases, improving your quality of life.
Regular physical activity... not only helps maintain musculoskeletal function but also has positive effects on cardiovascular health, metabolism, and mental health... physical activity also plays a significant role in reducing the risk of cognitive decline and dementia... A physical activity program for older adults should include resistance exercises to strengthen muscles, aerobic exercises to improve cardiopulmonary capacity, and balance activities to prevent falls
Why this rating
The paper is a review summarizing established knowledge rather than presenting new primary trial data.
Source
Aging, longevity, and healthy aging: the public health approach
Vincenza Gianfredi et al. · Aging Clinical and Experimental Research · 2025
DOI 10.1007/s40520-025-03021-8
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