Effects of Suspension Training
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aimed to analyze the effects of a 12-week suspension exercise training programme on handgrip strength (HG) and anthropometric and bioelectrical impedance parameters in older adults.
Interventions
OTHERPhysical activity
The suspension device was securely attached to a fixed beam. The suspension programme included an initial 10 min warm-up with very low-intensity joint mobility exercises. The central part of the program had a duration of 40 min and included six exercises in which the level of intensity was based on the inclination of the body. The exercises were performed in a split routine, alternating by segment to prevent joint overload. Finally, participants performed 10 minutes of stretching.
Sponsors
Francesco Campa
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Investigator)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
non-hypertensive and not receiving hormonal replacement therapy,
Exclusion criteria
performing any regular physical exercise more than once a week over the 6 months preceding the beginning of the study
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Phase angle | 12 weeks | Bioelectrical impedance parameter |
| Body composition | 12 weeks | anthropometric measures |
| Handgrip strength | 12 weeks | strength |
Outcome results
None listed