Low-intensity exercise with blood flow restriction: A novel training strategy to improve fitness and function in older people

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http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/1196462

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Funded Activity Summary

Age-related declines in muscle mass and cardiovascular fitness have debilitating effects on tasks of daily living for older people. Exercise helps to maintain physical abilities, but many older individuals cannot tolerate the recommended high-intensities of training. This research program will assess an innovative form of exercise to increase muscular and cardiovascular fitness for older people, combining low-intensity walking with wearing inflatable cuffs on the limbs to restrict blood flow.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2020

End Date: End date not available

Funding Scheme: Investigator Grants

Funding Amount: $645,205.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

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Other Keywords

exercise physiology | falls prevention | muscle strength | older people

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