@article{46655d0a657c4706b7d4b25206554890,
title = "The effect of a 12-week dynamic resistance strength training program on gait velocity and balance of older adults",
abstract = "This study tested whether a 12-week dynamic resistance strength training program can change gait velocity and improve measures of balance among adults age 65 and older. Fifty-five community-dwelling adults (X age = 71.1) were randomized into an exercise (n = 25) or control (n = 30) group. The exercisers were requested to complete three bouts of strength training per week for 12 weeks using elastic tubing. At posttest the exercisers demonstrated slower gait velocity, enhanced balance, and an improved ability to walk backward, although none of these posttest measures was significantly different from the control group.",
keywords = "Exercise intervention, Muscle function, Postural control",
author = "Robert Topp and Alan Mikesky and Janet Wigglesworth and Worthe Holt and Edwards, {Jeffrey E.}",
note = "Funding Information: TThis project was supported by the Indiana University Crant-in-Aid and the National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Research Division. 2Assistant professor, School of Nursing, Indiana University, 1111 Middle Dr. #421, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5107. 3Assistant professor, School of Physical Education, Indiana University. {"}Assistant research director, National Institute for Fitness and Sport, Indianapolis. Assistant professor, associate director, Residency Program, Department of Family Practice, School of Medicine, Indiana University. 'Research director, National Institute for Fitness and Sport, and assistant professor, Department of Kinesiology, Indiana University.",
year = "1993",
month = aug,
doi = "10.1093/geront/33.4.501",
language = "English",
volume = "33",
pages = "501--506",
journal = "Gerontologist",
issn = "0016-9013",
number = "4",
}