Experiences and outcomes of older adults with obesity transitioning from gym- to home-based resistance training due to COVID-19 lockdowns: a mixed-methods analysis of a RCT

Experiences and outcomes of older adults with obesity transitioning from gym- to home-based resistance training due to COVID-19 lockdowns: a mixed-methods analysis of a RCT

Abstract Background Supervised gym-based high-intensity resistance and impact training (HiRIT) can enhance physical function and muscle strength, but older adults may face challenges affecting adherence to HiRIT, such limited access to facilities and lack of transportation, necessitating a shift tow...

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Main Authors: Costas Glavas, Jakub Mesinovic, Anoohya Gandham, Mavil May Cervo, Carrie-Anne Ng, Peter R. Ebeling, Elena S. George, Robin M. Daly, Belinda R. Beck, Paul Jansons, David Scott
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Older adults
Obesity
Exercise
Weight loss
Experiences
Perspectives
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-025-06247-3
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