A Mixed Methods Feasibility Study of Machine-Based Resistance Training With Prefrail Older Adults in Residential Care: The Keeping Active in Residential Elderly Trial II.
J Aging Phys Act
; 32(2): 244-263, 2024 Apr 01.
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ABSTRACT
Physical activity is an effective, proactive intervention to reduce or reverse frailty and functional decline. However, uncertainty exists about the feasibility and impact of resistance training on multidimensional health in prefrail older adults in residential care. This mixed methods feasibility study assessed practicability with limited efficacy testing on health and functional outcomes. Eleven prefrail older adults participated in a 6-week progressive resistance training protocol three times per week. The intervention and measures were found to be appropriate and acceptable by those who completed the trial, with participants self-reporting improved well-being, mood, and function. Analysis identified several barriers to recruitment, including prior commitments, seasonal impact, and session timing, and offered potential solutions with further recommendations for program refinement prior to a definitive randomized controlled trial. These findings add to our understanding of prefrail older adults' preferences regarding participation in physical activity research and the perceived benefits of resistance training. This trial was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov NCT03141879.
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01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Entrenamiento de Fuerza
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Fragilidad
Tipo de estudio:
Clinical_trials
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Guideline
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Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Aged
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Aging Phys Act
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido