Cadence (steps/min) and relative intensity in 61 to 85-year-olds: the CADENCE-Adults study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We previously demonstrated that a heuristic (i.e., evidence-based, rounded yet practical) cadence threshold of ≥ 100 steps/min was associated with absolutely-defined moderate intensity physical activity (i.e., ≥ 3 metabolic equivalents [METs]) in older adults 61-85 years of age. Although it was difficult to ascertain achievement of absolutely-defined vigorous (6 METs) intensity, ≥ 130 steps/min was identified as a defensible threshold for this population. However, little evidence exists regarding cadence thresholds and relatively-defined moderate intensity indicators, including ≥ 64% heart rate [HR] maximum [HR_max = 220-age], ≥ 40% HR reserve [HRR = HR_max-HR_resting], and ≥ 12 Borg Scale Rating of Perceived Exertion [RPE]; or vigorous inte

SUBMITTER: McAvoy CR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10688086 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature