The impact of an exercise intervention using low-cost equipment on functional fitness in the community-dwelling older adults: A pilot study.

ABSTRACT: Exercise interventions have shown significant improvements in the older adult population regarding functional and cognitive capacity. However, much research has applied exercise protocols that are expensive both for research and participation. Thus, high investments that are made are currently not ecologically efficient. The aim of the study was to determine whether the impact of a 20-week multicomponent exercise intervention using low-cost material could improve physical fitness in community-dwelling older adults. We tested the feasibility of this three times per week exercise protocol using an inclusive approach. Eligibility criteria included age ≥65 years, the ability to stand and walk with or without assistive devices, being physically inactive; medical clearance, and living in the com

SUBMITTER: Rodrigues F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9621329 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature