Status:

COMPLETED

Effects of Slow-speed Traditional Resistance Training, High-speed Resistance Training and Multicomponent Training With Variable Resistances on Molecular, Body Composition, Neuromuscular, Physical Function and Quality of Life Variables in Older Adults.

Lead Sponsor:

University of Valencia

Collaborating Sponsors:

Oxidative Pathology Unit of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Valencia.

City countil of Valencia. Area of Social welfare, Education and Sport, older people section.

Conditions:

Aging

Eligibility:

All Genders

60+ years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

Human aging is characterized by a progressive deterioration of multiple physiologic systems, with marked decreases in skeletal muscle mass, muscle strength, physical function and quality of life begin...

Detailed Description

Slow-speed traditional resistance training (2-3 seconds for each concentric and eccentric phase) protocols for the elderly have involved relatively heavy loads (70-80% of maximum force) in order to in...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Age\>60 years.
  • Physically independent (able to walk 100 meters without a walking aid and climb 10 steps without rest).
  • Medical certificate of suitability or fitness to practice resistance training activities.
  • No plans to leave the area during the intervention.
  • Cognitive ability to understand, follow the instructions and sign the informed consent form.
  • Free of any antioxidant supplements for at least 6 weeks before the start of this study.
  • Willingness to be randomized to either intervention group and to follow the study protocol.

Exclusion

  • Presence of cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, renal, liver or neuromuscular disorders that would prevent the participant from performing the exercises.
  • Body weight changes \>10% in the previous year.
  • Intake of prescription medications that were expected to alter the results of the study (ergogenic, dietary aids, estrogen, steroid hormones, calcitonin, or corticosteroids).
  • A history of malignant neoplasms.
  • Engagement in regular strength training (more than once a week) during the previous 6 months.
  • Individuals participating in another research project (within the last 6 months) involving dietary, exercise and/or pharmaceutical intervention
  • Mini Mental State Examination lower than 24/30
  • Severe visual or hearing impairment

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

March 5 2018

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

July 31 2018

Estimated Enrollment :

192 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT03455179

Start Date

March 5 2018

End Date

July 31 2018

Last Update

October 24 2018

Active Locations (3)

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1

Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences

Valencia, Spain, 46010

2

Municipal Center of Activities for Older People of Campanar

Valencia, Spain, 46015

3

Municipal Center of Activities for Older People of Nou Benicalap

Valencia, Spain, 46025