The dose-response relationship of balance training in physically active older adults
Deutscher übersetzter Titel: | Die Dosis-Wirkungs-Beziehung beim Gleichgewichtstraining körperlich aktiver älterer Erwachsener |
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Autor: | Maughan, Kristen K.; Lowry, Kristin A.; Franke, Warren D.; Smiley-Oyen, Ann L. |
Erschienen in: | Journal of aging and physical activity |
Veröffentlicht: | 20 (2012), 4, S. 442-455, Lit. |
Format: | Literatur (SPOLIT) |
Publikationstyp: | Zeitschriftenartikel |
Medienart: | Gedruckte Ressource Elektronische Ressource (online) |
Sprache: | Englisch |
ISSN: | 1063-8652, 1543-267X |
DOI: | 10.1123/japa.20.4.442 |
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Erfassungsnummer: | PU201212008159 |
Quelle: | BISp |
Abstract des Autors
A 6-wk group balance-training program was conducted with physically active older adults (based on American College of Sports Medicine requirements) to investigate the effect of dose-related static and dynamic balance-specific training. All participants, age 60–87 yr, continued their regular exercise program while adding balance training in 1 of 3 doses: three 20-min sessions/wk (n = 20), one 20-min session/wk (n = 21), or no balance training (n = 19). Static balance (single-leg-stance, tandem), dynamic balance (alternate stepping, limits of stability), and balance confidence (ABC) were assessed pre- and posttraining. Significant interactions were observed for time in single-leg stance, excursion in limits of stability, and balance confidence, with the greatest increase observed in the group that completed 3 training sessions/wk. The results demonstrate a dose-response relationship indicating that those who are already physically active can improve balance performance with the addition of balance-specific training. Verf.-Referat