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Effects of self-paced resistance training and detraining on knee extension strength in community-dwelling older adults: a pilot study.
- Source :
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Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics . 2007, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p63-72. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- This study examined the effects and the gender differences of self-paced resistance training and lack of training on knee extension strength in community-dwelling older adults. Six men and six women were involved in self-paced resistance training for 12 weeks. The knee extension strength in men increased significantly from 33.5±6.1 kg at baseline to 39.9±6.8 kg after training, but the difference was not significant in women. The loss of knee extension strength owing to lack of training was -23.9±6.4% in men and -15.5±4.9% in women. A repeated measures analysis of variance showed a gender difference for the change in muscle strength. Self-paced resistance training needs different strategies according to gender to improve muscle strength. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02703181
- Volume :
- 26
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 105942705
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/j148v26n01_05