Effects of a One‐Year Exercise Program on Muscle Power in Older Women

Abstract

Aging is accompanied by a loss of muscle mass, the quality of which clearly affects the quality of life in older adults and their ability to perform daily routines. Appropriately, selected physical intervention may significantly influence muscle atrophy. The aim of the study is to evaluate the effect of a one‐year intervention multimodal exercise program, carried out twice a week, on the muscle strength of upper and lower limbs in older women. The research group consisted of 65 older women (average age 63. ±3.52). Muscle strength was assessed using tests from the Senior fitness test battery (Rikli, Jones, 2001). After completion of the intervention exercise program, we recorded an increase in lower limb muscle strength of 30.72% and in upper limb muscle strength of 14.32%.