Physical activity and health in the elderly

Frank G. Yanowitz; Michael J. LaMonte

doi:10.1249/00149619-200212000-00009

Physical activity and health in the elderly

Frank G. Yanowitz
, Michael J. LaMonte

Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health

LDS Hospital

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Abstract

Adults 65 years and older constitute the most rapidly growing segment of the US population. Sedentary lifestyle is a major risk factor for chronic disease and disability in the elderly. Physical activity levels among most older adults are insufficient to confer health benefits. This paper reviews recent evidence that physical activity and exercise training can positively modify the pathophysiology and outcomes of two leading causes of death and disability in the elderly: cardiovascular disease and fall-related injuries.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	354-361
Number of pages	8
Journal	Current Sports Medicine Reports
Volume	1
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1249/00149619-200212000-00009
State	Published - Jan 1 2002

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