strength training

[mperryn]

I work in residential aged care and for the last couple of years have run strength training exercise classes using free weights. They are popular with the residents and I am pleased with the results. I would be interested to hear from anyone involved in strength training in this field.

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[sarahlmitchell]

Use strength training with leg weights. We always measure the 1rm and do a structured programme to attain strength gains. There is a lot of eidence to promote strength training in elderly

[Paulette]

I work in an aged rehab hospital. We use progressive weight training programes for alot of our patients with good results. I recently read an article regarding this which supported this method and stated that it also was a great help in decreasing depression in the elderly