Among the physical health measures , RT had the largest effect on body pain ( ES=0.81 , 95 % CI : 0.26 - 1.35 , I2=85.9).Initially , RT did not significantly affect measures of emotional role function , social function or physical role function .
However , after removing a single study , RT significantly increased all HRQOL measures .
Conclusion : The meta-analytic evidence presented in this research clearly supports the promotion of RT in improving HRQOL in older adults
Background : Resistance training ( RT ) is recommended as part of our national physical activity guidelines which includes working all major muscle groups on two or more days a week .
Older adults can gain many health benefits from RT , such as increased muscle strength , increased muscle mass , and maintenance of bone density .
Additionally , certain dimensions of health-related quality of life ( HRQOL ) have been shown to improve in older adults due to RT intervention .
The purpose of this study was to use systematic review and meta-analytic techniques to examine the effect of RT on HRQOL in older adults .
Increases in muscle strength and balance using a resistance training program administered via a telecommunications system in older adults.
BACKGROUND Resistance training programs have been found to improve muscle strength , physical function , and depressive symptoms in middle-aged and older adults . These programs have typically been provided in clinical facilities , health clubs , and senior centers , which may be inconvenient and /or cost prohibitive for some older adults . The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of an automated telemedicine intervention that provides real-time guidance and monitoring of resistance training in the home . METHODS A r and omized clinical trial in 103 middle-aged or older participants . Participants were assigned to use of a theory-driven interactive voice response system design ed to promote resistance training ( Telephone-Linked Computer-based Long-term Interactive Fitness Trainer ; n = 52 ) or to an attention control ( n = 51 ) for a period of 12 months . Measurements of muscle strength , balance , walk distance , and mood were obtained at baseline , 3 , 6 , and 12 months . RESULTS We observed increased strength , improved balance , and fewer depressive symptoms in the intervention group than in the control group . Using generalized estimating equations modeling , group differences were statistically significant for knee flexion strength ( p = .035 ) , single-leg stance time ( p = .029 ) , and Beck Depression Inventory ( p = .030 ) . CONCLUSIONS This computer-based telecommunications exercise intervention led to improvements in participants ' strength , balance , and depressive symptoms . Because of their low cost and easy accessibility , computer-based interventions may be a cost-effective way of promoting exercise in the home
Among the physical health measures , RT had the largest effect on body pain ( ES=0.81 , 95 % CI : 0.26 - 1.35 , I2=85.9).Initially , RT did not significantly affect measures of emotional role function , social function or physical role function .
However , after removing a single study , RT significantly increased all HRQOL measures .
Conclusion : The meta-analytic evidence presented in this research clearly supports the promotion of RT in improving HRQOL in older adults
Background : Resistance training ( RT ) is recommended as part of our national physical activity guidelines which includes working all major muscle groups on two or more days a week .
Older adults can gain many health benefits from RT , such as increased muscle strength , increased muscle mass , and maintenance of bone density .
Additionally , certain dimensions of health-related quality of life ( HRQOL ) have been shown to improve in older adults due to RT intervention .
The purpose of this study was to use systematic review and meta-analytic techniques to examine the effect of RT on HRQOL in older adults .