The effects of functional and traditional strength training on different strength parameters of elderly women: a randomized and controlled trial

摘要

BACKGROUND. Physical exercise is the main strategy for improving physical fitness in elderly population. However, it is not clear which training method lead to greater adaptations on maximal dynamic strength, muscle power, muscle endurance and isometric strength in this population. Thus, our aim was to compare the effects of functional and traditional training on these variables in the elderly.