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The study aims to evaluate how online exercise classes using body weight resistance impact physical function in older adults.

March 2, 2026Open Access

The Effect of Online Exercise Classes Involving Body Weight-based Resistance Training on Physical Function in Healthy Older Adults: Results from a Trial During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Key Points

The study aims to evaluate how online exercise classes using body weight resistance impact physical function in older adults.
Conducted a trial involving healthy older adults participating in online exercise classes.
Classes focused on body weight-based resistance training.
Pre and post assessments of physical function were conducted.
Online exercise classes led to improved physical function among participants.
Findings indicate effectiveness similar to traditional group exercise classes.
Participants maintained higher activity levels despite pandemic restrictions.

Abstract

Background Group exercise classes (GEC) that involved body weight-based resistance training was reported to be effective in preventing sarcopenia; however, the COVID-19 pandemic has complicated conducting GEC. Therefore, developing alternative forms of exercise is necessary for older people to maintain their activity during the pandemic. This study aimed to examine the effects of online exercise classes (OEC) using body weight-based resistance training on physical function in older adults who have experienced GEC.

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LIU et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a528ecf1e85e5c73bf0600 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.14789/ejmj.jmj26-0050-s

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