Muscle Strength, Physical Activity, and Functional Limitations in Older Adults with Central Obesity

Background. Obesity and muscle weakness are independently associated with increased risk of physical and functional impairment in older adults. It is unknown whether physical activity (PA) and muscle strength combined provide added protection against functional impairment. This study examines the as...

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Main Authors: Cassandra M. Germain, John A. Batsis, Elizabeth Vasquez, Douglas R. McQuoid
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2016-01-01
Series:Journal of Aging Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/8387324
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