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 .
Preliminary Evaluation of a 10-wk. Resistance and Cardiovascular Exercise Protocol on Physiological and Psychological Measures for a Sample of Older Women
A preliminary 10-wk . study was conducted to determine the effect a combined strength and cardiovascular exercise protocol had on both physiological and psychological change in 17 older ( M age = 66.8 yr . ) , formerly sedentary women . The protocol was associated with better adherence than typically found for new and returning exercisers . Significant improvements over 10 wk . were found on Body Mass Index , body fat , resting heart rate , and balance . Significant , positive changes in mean ratings were also found on Physical Self-concept , Total Mood Disturbance , Depression , and Fatigue ( small to moderate treatment effect sizes ) . Although no significant changes were found for rated Tension , Vigor , Anger , and Confusion , mean changes were in the desired direction and rated Tension showed a moderate effect size . The need for replication , including a control group and follow-up , plus continued research on exercise protocol s both well-tolerated and effective for older individuals and other specific groups , were discussed
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 .