Beneficial effects of walking-based home program for improving cardio-respiratory performance and physical activity in sarcopenic older people: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sarcopenia is an age-related loss of muscle mass, decline in physical performance, and/or loss of muscle strength. Improving physical activity (PA) is associated with a reduced risk of sarcopenia. Additionally, the World Health Organization 2020 guidelines recommend 150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes/week of vigorous PA plus resistance exercise twice a week. An increase in walking steps/day also enhances PA.

Aim

The study explored the benefits of a pedometer-based walking program plus a resistance exercise program in older adults with sarcopenia.

Design

A randomized control trial.

Setting

In community dwelling.

Population

Older individuals with sarcopenia.

Methods

Screening for sarcopenia was defined according to the A

SUBMITTER: Yuenyongchaiwat K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10086760 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature