A long-term physical activity training program increases strength and flexibility, and improves balance in older adults
Rehabilitation Nursing2013Vol. 38(1), pp. 37–47
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Jesús Seco‐Calvo, Luis Carlos Abecia Inchaurregui, Enrique Echevarrı́a, Ismael Barbero, Jon Torres‐Unda, Vicente Rodríguez Pérez, Jose Ignacio Calvo
Abstract
A simple long-term physical activity training program increases strength in both sexes, improves flexibility in women, and improves balance in older adults. The results also indicate the importance of beginning early in old age and maintaining long-term training.
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