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ArticleEuropean review of aging and physical activity : official journal of the European Group for Research into Elderly and Physical Activity2017

Changes in health-related quality of life in elderly men after 12 weeks of strength training.

Kristin Haraldstad, Gudrun Rohde, Tonje Holte Stea, Hilde Lohne-Seiler, Ken Hetlelid, Gøran Paulsen, Sveinung Berntsen

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  3. Influence of Resistance Training on Gait & Balance Parameters in Older Adults: A Systematic Review.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2021
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Kristin HaraldstadFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.ORCID 0000-0002-7364-147X
Gudrun RohdeFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.
Tonje Holte SteaFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.
Hilde Lohne-SeilerFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.
Ken HetlelidFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.
Gøran PaulsenDepartment of Physical Performance, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Oslo, Norway.
Sveinung BerntsenFaculty of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway.

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Abstract

backgroundMuscular strength is associated with functional ability in elderly, and older adults are recommended to perform muscle-strengthening exercise. Understanding how improved muscle strength and -mass influence general and specific domains of quality of life is important when planning health promotion efforts targeting older adults. The aims of the present study were to describe changes in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in older men participating in 12 weeks of systematic strength training, and to investigate whether improvements in muscle strength and muscle mass are associated with enhancements in HRQOL.

methodsWe recruited 49 men aged 60-81 years to participate in an intervention study with pre-post assessment. The participants completed a 12-week strength training program consisting of three sessions per week. Tests and measurements aimed at assessing change in HRQOL, and changes in physical performance (maximal strength) and physiological characteristics. HRQOL was measured using the 12-item short-form survey (SF-12). Muscle mass was assessed based on changes in lean mass (leg, trunk, arm, and total), and strength was measured as one-repetition maximum in leg extension, leg press, and biceps curl.

resultsTwo of the eight HRQOL SF-12 scores, role physical and general health, and the physical component summary scores, increased significantly during the intervention period. Small significant positive correlations were identified between improvements in muscle strength, and better physical and social function. Moreover, a significant increase in total muscle mass was seen during the intervention period.

conclusionsThe positive, findings from this study would suggest that systematic strength training seems to be a beneficial intervention to improve HRQOL, muscle strength and muscle mass in older men.

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ElderlyHRQOLPhysical activitySF-12Strength training

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PMID28572857
PMCPMC5450110

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