Resistance training for older adults
position statement from the National Strength and Conditioning Association
This Position Statement provides evidence to support recommendations for successful resistance training in older adults related to 4 parts: (a) program design variables, (b) physiological adaptations, (c) functional benefits, and (d) considerations for frailty, sarcopenia, and other chronic conditions. The goal of this Position Statement is to a) help foster a more unified and holistic approach to resistance training for older adults, b) promote the health and functional benefits of resistance training for older adults, and c) prevent or minimize fears and other barriers to implementation of resistance training programs for older adults.
Literatuurverwijzing: Fragala, M.S., Cadore, E.L., & Dorgo, S. (2019). Resistance training for older adults: position statement from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.