Strength training in elderly: An useful tool against sarcopenia

• Principais autores: Roberto Cannataro (Autor), Erika Cione (Autor), Diego A. Bonilla (Autor), Giuseppe Cerullo (Autor), Fabrizio Angelini (Autor), Giuseppe D'Antona (Autor)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: Frontiers Media S.A., 2022-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Assuntos: article
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The loss of muscle mass and strength in elderly population (especially after the age of 65-70) represents a public health problem. Due to the high prevalence of frailty in older adults, cardiovascular or low-intensity exercise is implemented as first choice option. Although beneficial these training...