... to in the content or advertisements. Aged Exercise Physical fitness Hand strength Muscle strength dynamometer Handgrip strength testing evaluates static force that is squeezed around the dynamometer, given in kilograms, pounds, or Newtons [ 1 ]. Handgrip strength assessment serves as a feasible...

... subsequent physiological capability. Physiological and physical fitness variables have been shown to be distinctive markers for predicting BA and morbidity. The practical and noninvasive nature of such variables makes them useful as clinical assessment tools in estimating BA for in-depth diagnosis...

... to persons or property resulting from any ideas, methods, instructions or products referred to in the content or advertisements. Physical fitness Maximal oxygen uptake Six-minute walk test Exercise Clinical Section / Original Paper Gerontology 2011;57:502 512 DOI: 10.1159/000329174 Received...

...Y. Takata; T. Ansai; I. Soh; Y. Kimura; Y. Yoshitake; K. Sonoki; S. Awano; S. Kagiyama; A. Yoshida; I. Nakamichi; T. Hamasaki; T. Torisu; K. Toyoshima; T. Takehara Background: Little is known about the association between physical fitness and cognitive function in very elderly people (over 80 years...

..., for optimal body composition, and maintenance of strength and physical function in older adults. Body composition Physical fitness Muscle strength 21 09 2006 3 03 2007 18 4 2007 © 2007 S. Karger AG, Basel 2007 Copyright / Drug Dosage / Disclaimer Copyright: All rights...

...Marieke J.G. van Heuvelen; Gertrudis I.J.M. Kempen; Wiebo H. Brouwer; Mathieu H.G. De Greef Background: In today’s aging society, preventing or reducing disability is important. Physical activity may serve this goal. Generally, physical activity aims to enhance physical fitness, which in turn may...