Serious adverse events were rare , and no serious events were reported to be directly related to the exercise programme .
This review provides evidence that PRT is an effective intervention for improving physical functioning in  older people , including improving strength and the performance of some simple and complex activities .
BACKGROUND Muscle weakness in old age is associated with physical function decline .
Progressive resistance strength training ( PRT ) exercises are design ed to increase strength .
OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of PRT on older people and identify adverse events .
A home-based resistance-training program
using elastic bands for elderly patients
with orthostatic hypotension
Abstract .Falls are a common hazard in the elderly . Orthostatic hypotension ( OH ) is prevalent in older patients and contributes to the high incidence of falls . Our aim was to test whether a home-based resistance-training program ( HBRT ) using elastic resistance b and s could safely and effectively increase muscle strength and functional ability , and attenuate the orthostatic fall in blood pressure .  Eight subjects ( > 60 yrs ) underwent orthostatic provocations ; muscle strength testing ( isometric and dynamic ) , and a functional test of gait and mobility ( Timed Up & Go ) , at baseline and following 8 weeks of training . Ten exercises were assigned and customized to each participant . At 8 weeks , significant increases occurred in dynamic strength in the chest press ( p = 0.017 ) , quadriceps extension ( p = 0.017 ) , and leg press ( p = 0.025 ) ; no significant differences occurred in isometric strength or in blood pressures . Functional mobility increased in 7 of 8 subjects . There were no falls during the investigation period . Conclusion A HBRT program using elastic resistance b and s effectively increases dynamic muscle strength in elderly individuals with OH . Although no changes occurred in orthostatic blood pressures , which could be attributed to the limited length of the program , this therapy may be recognized as a safe method to improve strength , functional ability , and promote physical activity – variables that can reduce the incidence of falls and enhance the quality of life in this population
Serious adverse events were rare , and no serious events were reported to be directly related to the exercise programme .
This review provides evidence that PRT is an effective intervention for improving physical functioning in  older people , including improving strength and the performance of some simple and complex activities .
BACKGROUND Muscle weakness in old age is associated with physical function decline .
Progressive resistance strength training ( PRT ) exercises are design ed to increase strength .
OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of PRT on older people and identify adverse events .