The role of physical exercise in healthy aging

Authors

  • Ruth Caldeira de Melo Professora, Escola de Artes, Ciências e Humanidades da Universidade de São Paulo – EACH-USP.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2020v23i0p7-15

Keywords:

Aged, Exercise, Healthy Aging.

Abstract

Physical exercise is an important non-pharmacological tool for good cognitive and physical performance in old age and, therefore, for achieving healthy aging. Scientific evidence indicates that multimodal training, especially involving resistance exercises associated with other modalities, benefits both robust and frail older adults. However, the progression of frequency (3x/week) and intensity (moderate-high) of the exercise should respect the initial condition of the older adults.

 

Author Biography

Ruth Caldeira de Melo, Professora, Escola de Artes, Ciências e Humanidades da Universidade de São Paulo – EACH-USP.

Professora, Escola de Artes, Ciências e Humanidades da Universidade de São Paulo – EACH-USP.

 

 

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Published

2020-09-10

How to Cite

Melo, R. C. de. (2020). The role of physical exercise in healthy aging. Revista Kairós-Gerontologia, 23, 7–15. https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2020v23i0p7-15

Issue

Vol. 23 (2020): NÚMERO ESPECIAL 27 - REPRINTE 2019

Section

Papers

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