ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2026
Effect of Age on Physical Function Improvement in Older Veterans Enrolled in the Gerofit Exercise Program.
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BACKGROUND/
objectivesAging is associated with declines in strength, balance, and mobility that contribute to falls, disability, and loss of independence. While exercise interventions improve physical function, limited data exist on community-dwelling adults aged 90 years and older. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of age on physical function improvement following participation in an exercise program for older Veterans.
methodsWe analyzed baseline and 3-month follow-up physical function data from 62 community-dwelling Veterans aged 60-99 years enrolled in the Veterans Affairs Gerofit, a supervised, individualized exercise program incorporating aerobic, resistance, balance, and flexibility training. Outcomes included lower extremity strength (30-s chair stands), mobility and balance (8-foot up-and-go), and cardiovascular endurance (6-min walk). Participants were grouped by age (60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90-99). Paired samples
resultsAcross all participants, significant improvements were observed in chair stand and 8-foot up-and-go performance (both
conclusionsParticipation in a supervised exercise program was associated with significant improvements in lower extremity strength across all age groups, including adults aged 90-99 years. These findings support the inclusion of even the oldest adults in exercise programs to promote physical function.
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