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Multicomponent Exercise and Functional Fitness: Strategies for Fall Prevention in Aging Women

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datacite.subject.fosCiências Médicas::Ciências da Saúde
datacite.subject.fosCiências Sociais::Outras Ciências Sociais
datacite.subject.sdg04:Educação de Qualidade
datacite.subject.sdg03:Saúde de Qualidade
dc.contributor.authorSchneider, André
dc.contributor.authorLeite, Luciano Bernardes
dc.contributor.authorTeixeira, José Eduardo
dc.contributor.authorForte, Pedro
dc.contributor.authorBarbosa, Tiago M.
dc.contributor.authorMonteiro, António M.
dc.date.accessioned2025-11-06T14:54:57Z
dc.date.available2025-11-06T14:54:57Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractAging is associated with physiological changes that increase the risk of falls, impacting functional independence and quality of life. Multicomponent exercise training has emerged as an effective strategy for mitigating these risks by enhancing strength, balance, flexibility, and aerobic capacity. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a 30-week multicomponent training program on functional fitness and fall prevention in older women. A parallel, single-blind randomized controlled trial was conducted with 40 participants (aged ≥ 65 years), divided into an exercise group and a control group. The intervention combined strength, balance, coordination, and aerobic training, following international exercise guidelines for older adults. Functional fitness was assessed using validated tests, including the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, lower limb strength, flexibility, and aerobic endurance measures. Results demonstrated significant improvements in the intervention group, particularly in TUG performance (p < 0.001), lower limb strength (p < < 0.001), and flexibility (p < 0.05), indicating enhanced mobility and reduced fall risk. These findings reinforce the importance of structured, multicomponent training programs for aging populations, particularly women, who experience greater musculoskeletal decline due to menopause-related hormonal changes. Future research should explore long-term retention of benefits and optimize intervention strategies. This study highlights the critical role of tailored exercise programs in promoting active aging, improving functional capacity, and reducing healthcare burdens associated with fall-related injuries.eng
dc.description.sponsorshipThis research received no external funding.
dc.identifier.citationSchneider, André; Leite, Luciano Bernardes; Teixeira, José Eduardo; Forte, Pedro; Barbosa, Tiago M.; Monteiro, António M. (2025). Multicomponent Exercise and Functional Fitness: Strategies for Fall Prevention in Aging Women. Sports. ISSN 2075-4663. 13:6, p. 1-15
dc.identifier.doi10.3390/sports13060159
dc.identifier.issn2075-4663
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10198/34982
dc.language.isoeng
dc.peerreviewedyes
dc.publisherMDPI
dc.relation.ispartofSports
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/
dc.subjectMulticomponent exercise
dc.subjectFunctional fitness
dc.subjectFall prevention
dc.subjectAging women
dc.subjectStrength and balance training
dc.titleMulticomponent Exercise and Functional Fitness: Strategies for Fall Prevention in Aging Womeneng
dc.typejournal article
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oaire.citation.endPage15
oaire.citation.issue6
oaire.citation.startPage1
oaire.citation.titleSports
oaire.citation.volume13
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