Living Longer Living Stronger (Tm): A Community-Delivered Strength Training Program Improving Function And Quality Of Life
AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL ON AGEING(2014)
摘要
AimThis study investigated changes in function and quality of life for older adults participating in Living Longer Living Stronger (TM), a community-delivered strength training program for people aged over 50.MethodsAssessments were conducted at baseline, 4 and 8 months using measures of function, balance, mobility, strength, mental health and quality of life.ResultsThirty-five participants (mean age 66 years, 69% female) completed 4 months of the program; 24 completed 8 months. Using repeated-measures anova, significant improvements were found at 4 and 8 months for step test, gait stride length, 6-minute walk test, timed sit to stand, physical performance test and reported health transition (SF-36). At 4 months (n = 35), vitality (SF-36), quality of life and left shoulder abductor strength significantly improved; at 8 months (n = 24), role physical and mental health (SF-36) and gait velocity significantly improved.ConclusionThe program appears to be an effective community-delivered strength training program.
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exercise, quality of life, physical function, older people
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