ABSTRACT
Introduction
Research on scientific fitness exercises for the elderly has an important practical significance and can improve the physical fitness and health of the elderly. Chinese research on scientific conditioning exercises for the elderly is still lacking, especially when comparing results between different sports approaches in the elderly.
Objective
To study the effects of different types of exercise on the physical performance and health of the elderly.
Methods
329 healthy elderly volunteers (161 men) with a mean age of 64.5 years from 6 different sports activities were selected. The following indicators of body shape and physical function were evaluated before and after training: height, weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, vital capacity, heart rate, systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure. All indicators were collected following the standardized methods of China’s national fitness monitoring system. Exercise intensity was monitored with the subject’s target heart rate. Physical exercises were performed for 30 to 40 minutes, 3 to 4 times a week.
Results
The type of physical exercise has a significant association with human performance and health.
Conclusion
Exercise and fitness programs positively correlate with human performance and health. Evidence level II; Therapeutic Studies - Investigating the results.
Sports; Frail Elderly; Exercise; Health Risk