The Claim
High-intensity resistance and impact training is safe and feasible in older adults with obesity undergoing dietary weight loss, with an adherence rate of 81% among non-COVID-affected participants and only one minor exercise-related injury reported over a 12-week period.
What the research says
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In older adults with obesity who are losing weight through diet, high-intensity resistance and impact training can be performed safely over 12 weeks with 81% adherence and only one minor injury reported.
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High-intensity resistance and impact training is safe and feasible in older adults with obesity undergoing dietary weight loss, with high adherence (81% in non-COVID-affected participants) and only one minor exercise-related injury reported over 12 weeks.
Heavy lifting and jumping movements put strong stress on muscles and bones, which tells the body to build and keep muscle tissue even when eating less. This stress also improves how well nerves and muscles work together, making movement stronger and more stable. As a result, older adults can perform these exercises safely and keep showing up for them without serious injuries.
What the research says
1 studyOlder adults with obesity who did intense strength and jumping exercises while dieting stayed safe, showed up for nearly all their workouts, and had very few problems — proving it’s possible and safe to do these tough exercises even while losing weight.
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