Flywheel Resistance Training and Traditional Resistance Training in Older Women With Sedentary Behaviors

Launched by FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF VICOSA · Dec 26, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of two types of exercise—eccentrically reinforced resistance training and traditional resistance training—on improving mental and physical health in older women who lead a sedentary lifestyle. The researchers want to see if these exercises can help reduce feelings of depression, enhance physical abilities, and improve thinking skills over a 10-month period. The goal is to find out which type of exercise is more effective for these health benefits.

To participate, women must be at least 60 years old, fluent in Portuguese, and willing to commit to the study. They should also have good vision in one eye and currently engage in less than 150 minutes of physical activity each week. However, those with certain health issues, like uncontrolled chronic illnesses or joint problems, or who have recently been involved in regular exercise programs, are not eligible. Participants can expect to engage in supervised exercise sessions and will be monitored for changes in health markers such as muscle strength, body composition, and overall well-being.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 60 years or older.
• • Self-reported proficiency in speaking, writing, and understanding Portuguese.
• • Willingness and availability to participate in all trial procedures.
• • Good vision in at least one eye.
• • Absence of any medical contraindications for engaging in physical exercise.
• • Engage in less than 150 minutes of physical activity per week.
• • Not clinical diagnosis of major depressive disorder at the time of the interventions.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Have uncontrolled chronic or psychiatric illnesses.
• • Surgical procedures scheduled during the intervention period.
• • Diagnosis of joint diseases such as osteoarthritis and arthrosis.
• • Participating in aerobic or resistance exercise programs twice a week for the past three months.