Key result
Twelve weeks of strength or combined training were as effective as aerobic training for increasing relative VO2peak, but more effective for improving overall muscle strength.
Why the study?
Does aerobic, strength, or combined exercise training improve peak aerobic power, muscle strength, and left ventricular morphology in healthy older women?
Population
31 healthy older women, mean age 68 +/- 4 years
Comparison
12 weeks of aerobic training, strength training… vs 12 weeks of no training (NT)
Design
Other
Follow-up
12 weeks
Authors
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May support strength or combined training for older women; hypothesis-generating and requires RCTs before changing practice.
RCT (n=31)
Does aerobic, strength, or combined exercise training improve peak aerobic power, muscle strength, and left ventricular morphology in healthy older women?
Strength training and combined training are as effective as aerobic training for increasing VO2peak in healthy older women, while providing superior improvements in muscle strength.
Haykowsky et al. (2005) conducted an RCT in Healthy (n=31). Aerobic training, strength training, or combined training vs. No training was evaluated on Peak aerobic power (VO2peak), muscle strength, left ventricular morphology, and diastolic filling. Twelve weeks of strength or combined training were as effective as aerobic training for increasing relative VO2peak, but more effective for improving overall muscle strength.
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