Pilates versus resistance training on trunk strength and balance adaptations in older women: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The neuromuscular decline impact in the functional independence of older women is determining the necessity of implementing new strategies focused on core strength training and postural stability maintenance to promote healthy aging.

Objectives

To define whether Pilates or resistance training is better at improving (a) core isometric and isokinetic muscular strength, and (b) static and dynamic balance, in older women.

Methods

This was a cluster randomized controlled trial. Physically independent older women (60-80 years) from day centers were randomly allocated to Pilates, Muscular and Control Groups (PG, MG and CG) using a block randomization method. Only the research staff performing the assessment and statistical analysis were blinded. Exercise groups tr

SUBMITTER: Carrasco-Poyatos M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6859004 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature