In healthy older adults, using elastic bands for strength training with fast, intentional movements leads to bigger improvements in arm strength than swimming or water-based exercises.
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Effects of high-load, velocity-intentional variable resistance training combined with creatine supplementation on neuroplasticity, oxidative stress, inflammation, physical function, cognitive performance and quality of life in older adults: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
This study found that using resistance bands on land helped older adults get stronger in their arms more than doing similar exercises in water, which supports the idea that land-based workouts are better for building arm power.
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