Balance and functional fitness benefits of a Thai boxing dance program among community-dwelling older adults at risk of falling: A randomized controlled study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.archger.2019.04.010
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The present study aimed at examining the effects of a Thai Boxing dance (TBD) program on balance performances and functional fitness in community-dwelling older adults at risk of falling who have no comorbidities leading… read more here.
Keywords: community dwelling; functional fitness; balance; balance functional ... See more keywords
Influence of chair-based yoga on salivary anti-microbial proteins, functional fitness, perceived stress and well-being in older women: A pilot randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2017.04.008
Abstract: Abstract Introduction Chair-based Yoga (CBY) practice could be used as a therapy easily adaptable to older people’s needs, as a tool to attenuate immunosenescence and to improve emotional status. The main goal of the study… read more here.
Keywords: chair based; functional fitness; fitness; older women ... See more keywords
Effects of Training Loads on Stress Tolerance and Mucosal Immunity in High-Intensity Functional Fitness Athletes.
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DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2021.2011828
Abstract: Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the effects of training load on stress tolerance (ST) and secretory immunoglobulin A (SIgA) in male and female high-intensity functional fitness (HIFF) athletes during two different 10 and consecutive… read more here.
Keywords: intensity functional; effects training; volume; high intensity ... See more keywords
Gym and home-based combined training in men with primary hypertension: are they equally effective on functional fitness profile, body composition components, and biochemical parameters of hypertension?
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DOI: 10.1080/10641963.2021.1960365
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective This study aimed to compare the effects of 10 weeks of gym versus home-based combined training on the functional fitness, body composition, and biochemical parameters of hypertension in primary hypertensive men. Methods Forty-six… read more here.
Keywords: home based; body composition; functional fitness; combined training ... See more keywords
A High-Intensity Jump-Based Aquatic Exercise Program Improves Bone Mineral Density and Functional Fitness in Postmenopausal Women.
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DOI: 10.1089/rej.2018.2069
Abstract: The aim of this study was to verify the effects of a high-intensity jump-based aquatic exercise (HIIAE) program on bone mass and functional fitness in postmenopausal women. We randomly assigned 25 women (65 ± 7 years) into… read more here.
Keywords: group; program; intensity jump; functional fitness ... See more keywords
Exercise Training Programs Improve Cardiorespiratory and Functional Fitness in Adults With Asthma
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DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000698
Abstract: This systematic review describes the characteristics and effects of exercise training interventions on improving performance-based measures of health-related physical fitness in adults with asthma. Supervised exercise training programs, particularly those aerobic in nature, are effective… read more here.
Keywords: exercise training; adults asthma; fitness adults; functional fitness ... See more keywords
Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training, Moderate-to-Vigorous Intensity Continuous Training, and Nordic Walking on Functional Fitness in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease
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DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000775
Abstract: P atients with coronary artery disease (CAD) frequent- ly experience diminished functional fitness (FF), such as aerobic endurance; muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility; and agility/dynamic balance. Limited FF reflects reduced physiological capacity to perform activities… read more here.
Keywords: intensity; artery disease; high intensity; intensity interval ... See more keywords
Sex-Related Differences in Functional Fitness Outcomes in Older Adults.
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DOI: 10.1123/japa.2022-0071
Abstract: Sex-related differences in changes in functional fitness over time were longitudinally assessed in older adults participating in a group-based multimodal exercise program. From a database, functional fitness scores were obtained for 89 older adults (71.6… read more here.
Keywords: older adults; related differences; sex related; functional fitness ... See more keywords
The influence of speleotherapy combined with pulmonary rehabilitation on functional fitness in older adults – preliminary report
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DOI: 10.1177/1753466620926952
Abstract: Objective: Our aim was to determine the influence of pulmonary rehabilitation conducted in therapeutic salt mine chambers on the functional fitness of older adults. Methods: The study included 22 individuals of age >65 years with chronic… read more here.
Keywords: pulmonary rehabilitation; fitness older; functional fitness; rehabilitation ... See more keywords
Functional fitness and physical independence in later years: cut-off values and validation
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DOI: 10.1186/s12877-024-05313-6
Abstract: To establish and validate the criterion-referenced standards of functional fitness in predicting physical independence in 80 + years. A group of 2,749 older community dwellers (60–84 years) were recruited, and 2,050 were identified with moderate-to-high independent living… read more here.
Keywords: physical independence; fitness; functional fitness; referenced standards ... See more keywords
Physical activity and cognitive function among community-dwelling older adults: a mediating role of functional fitness
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DOI: 10.1186/s12889-025-22321-2
Abstract: The positive correlation between physical activity and cognitive function has been increasingly documented, while the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. This study aimed to investigate the association among physical activity (PA), functional fitness, and cognitive function… read more here.
Keywords: cognitive function; physical activity; function; functional fitness ... See more keywords