Effects of a 6-month multimodal training intervention on retention of functional fitness in older adults: A randomized-controlled cross-over design

• Main Authors: Gudlaugsson Janus (Author), Gudnason Vilmundur (Author), Aspelund Thor (Author), Siggeirsdottir Kristin (Author), Olafsdottir Anna S (Author), Jonsson Palmi V (Author), Arngrimsson Sigurbjorn A (Author), Harris Tamara B (Author), Johannsson Erlingur (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2012-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Older adults have the highest rates of disability, functional dependence and use of healthcare resources. Training interventions for older individuals are of special interest where regular physical activity (PA) has many health benef...