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European Review of Aging and Physical Activity
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ISSN 1861-6909 · BMC · 155 articles in the index
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Indirect estimates of cellular hydration and relative water content and their associations with muscle strength and physical function in older adults: a path analysis from the Pro-Eva study
Abstract Aim This study aimed to examine the associations between clinical characteristics, body composition parameters, and functional outcomes in older adults, with a specific focus on bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-derived estimates related to hydration status—intracellular water (ICW)…
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Dose-response effects and mechanistic pathways linking physical exercise to brain volume and cognition: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract Background The dose-response effects of physical exercise on brain volume remain insufficiently understood, and it is yet to be established whether exercise-induced relative changes in brain volume translate into improvements in cognitive function. Furthermore, it remains unclear whether…
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Physical behaviour profiles and their associations with fitness and function in older adults: a cross-sectional latent profile analysis
Abstract Background Traditional variable-centred approaches often analyse physical behaviours (sedentary behaviour [SB], light physical activity [LPA], and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity [MVPA]) in isolation, potentially masking their combined effects on outcomes. This study applied latent…
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High intensity interval training for older adults – from the laboratory towards a home setting: a co-creation study
Abstract Background Physical exercise can help prolong healthy aging, yet few options enable older adults to exercise at very high intensities at home. A previous gym-based supramaximal High Intensity interval Training (HIT) protocol on stationary bicycles has shown promising results. Core…
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Relationship between body water distribution and sarcopenia in older adults: a systematic review
Abstract Objective To examine potential relationships between body water distribution, assessed by bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and sarcopenia in older adults. Method This systematic review was conducted based on the methodological guidelines established by the Preferred Reporting Items…
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Optimizing prescription of resistance training for body composition, muscle strength, and physical performance in older adults with sarcopenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Objective This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to address key gaps in understanding the role of resistance training (RT) as an intervention to mitigate age-related sarcopenia. Specifically, it examined: (i) effects on body composition and physical performance; (ii) moderating…
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High-speed resistance training vs. low-speed resistance training on body composition and physical function in adults with sarcopenic obesity
Abstract Background Sarcopenic obesity (SO) is associated with the highest risk of physical disability. While meta-analyses support resistance training to improve strength and function in this population, the optimal training modality remains unclear. This study compared the effects of high-speed…
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Optimal type and dose of exercise to improve cognitive function in healthy and pre-sarcopenic older adults: a bayesian network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract Background Exercise is increasingly recognized as a non-pharmacological strategy for cognitive aging; however, comparative evidence across modalities, phenotypes, and doses is limited. Methods We conducted a Bayesian network meta-analysis of 38 randomized controlled trials (N = 4,047; 88…
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Exercise, daily physical activity, and age-specific cumulative incidence of mobility decline: an 8-year cohort study of locomotive syndrome
Abstract Background Mobility decline is a gradual process that begins earlier than recognized. Locomotive syndrome (LS) captures early mobility impairment using performance tests and a self-reported questionnaire. Although physical activity is important for maintaining mobility, whether simple…
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Real-world walking and activity patterns in community-dwelling older adults: a cross-sectional analysis of baseline data from the SMART-AGE trial
Abstract Background Digital mobility outcomes (DMOs) measured under real-world conditions allow for differentiated insights into mobility patterns of older adults. This study provides an advanced description of real-world walking in community-dwelling older adults and identifies correlates of…
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Combined physical and cognitive training in a community aging center serving a socioeconomically vulnerable population: a feasibility study
Abstract Background Structured physical activity programs are increasingly promoted to maintain functional capacity in older adults; however, evidence regarding their implementation in real-world community settings, particularly in socioeconomically vulnerable populations, remains limited…
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Not just how much, but how it’s done: movement activity bout distributions and everyday cognition in older adults with elevated dementia risk
Abstract Background Physical activity (PA) is a protective factor of brain health. Existing literature has predominately examined total PA volume or sedentary time in relation to cognitive health, with limited attention to the distributional features of the movement activity bouts. Variability in…
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Association of physical activity and rest-activity rhythm with sustained attention and melatonin among community-dwelling older adults
Abstract Background Physical activity is a critical determinant of health in aging populations. Although the health benefits of exercise are well established, limited research has examined how physical activity patterns and rest-activity rhythms influence biological rhythms and cognitive…
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The relationship between clinical characteristics, sociodemographic factors and sedentary behavior in adults with chronic conditions: a cross-sectional study from the Lolland-Falster Health Study
Abstract Background Sedentary behavior (SB) increases the risk of disease and mortality, even in physically active individuals. Adults living with multimorbidity may be particularly vulnerable. Although factors such as age, body mass index (BMI), and social support have been suggested, evidence is…
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Pain and its association with device-measured activity patterns in older adults: age and sex differences in a population-based cross-sectional study
Abstract Background While pain has been widely studied in relation to physical activity (PA), less is known about how habitual patterns of activity relate to pain in older adults. This study examined associations between pain characteristics and activity patterns in older adults, and whether these…
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Effects of physical exercise on cognitive impairment in patients with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease or mild cognitive impairment: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Neurodegenerative disorders impose a major burden on patients and their families worldwide, and finding effective ways to treat or prevent these disorders is essential but challenging. In recent years, physical exercise interventions have attracted considerable attention as a…
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Measuring physical activity over the life course: cross-cultural validation and measurement properties of the lifetime total physical activity questionnaire for Brazilian older adults
Abstract Introduction Assessing lifetime physical activity is essential for understanding its cumulative impact on health and ageing; however, no validated instrument is available in Brazilian Portuguese to capture these long-term patterns. The Lifetime Total Physical Activity Questionnaire (LTPAQ)…
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Longitudinal associations between physical activity and preferred walking speed in community-dwelling older adults: a 4-year follow-up study
Abstract Background The ability to engage in physical activity reflects preserved physical function, autonomy, and well-being in older adults, making physical activity a key outcome of healthy aging. Walking is a common form of physical activity in later life, so understanding how walking speed is…
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Functional reserve mitigates cognitive-motor dual-task costs in older adults: insights from age, cohort, and behavioural strategies
Abstract Background Age-related declines in somatosensory and cognitive function impair gait and increase fall risk, particularly under dual-tasking where cognitive and motor demands compete for limited resources. Functional reserve, the difference between one’s maximum capacity and the minimum…