Functional status is considered the main determinant of healthy aging. Impairment in
skeletal muscle and the cardiovascular system, two interrelated systems, results in …

Background Physical exercise is effective at attenuating ageing-related physical decline in
general, but evidence of its benefits for older adults in residential care, who often have …

This study investigated the effects of high-intensity resistance training on estimates of the
motor neuron persistent inward current (PIC) in older adults. Seventeen participants …

Background Muscle power is associated with health‐related parameters. Simple equations
were validated to estimate lower extremity muscle power measures based on the time to …

The present study was conducted to provide normative values for lower-limb muscle power
estimated through equations based on the 5 times sit-to-stand (5STS) test in Brazilian older …

Introduction After hospitalization, early detection of musculoskeletal sequelae might help
healthcare professionals to improve and individualize treatment, accelerating recovery after …

Sarcopenia is an age-related neuromuscular disease characterized by substantial muscle
atrophy, dynapenia and/or loss of physical function. Sarcopenia progression increases the …

Objective Visceral fat mass (VFM) is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes
mellitus, and malignancy; however, normative data are limited. The aim of this study was to …

Background Declining physical performance in old age is associated with a wide range of
negative health-related outcomes. However, it is unclear which physical capabilities should …

Purpose To compare the diagnostic value of relative sit-to-stand muscle power with grip
strength or gait speed for identifying a history of recurrent falls and fractures in older adults …