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Both the narrow pyramid (NPR) and wide pyramid (WPR) resistance training systems significantly improved bioimpedance vector analysis (BIVA) patterns compared to the control group (CON) after eight weeks.
Resistance training can effectively improve body composition metrics in older women.
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After the intervention period, both training groups showed significant changes in BIVA patterns compared to CON (p < 0.001); resistance decreased and reactance increased.
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The study is a randomized controlled trial.
Source
Effects of Resistance Training with Different Pyramid Systems on Bioimpedance Vector Patterns, Body Composition, and Cellular Health in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Leandro dos Santos et al. · Sustainability · 2020
DOI 10.3390/su12166658
rct · n=55Cited 23×
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