Multimodal Physical Activity for the Elderly

The Effects of an Elderly-specific Multimodal Physical Activity Program: a Controlled Clinical Trial

Although some authors have observed favorable effects of group physical activity programs, others have reported that the individualized prescription of exercises may be jeopardized by programs that do not allow sufficient consideration of individual characteristics. Therefore, we aim to verify the effects of an elderly-specific multimodal physical activity program on physical parameters after one year of intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Participate in the Geriatric Revitalization Program for one year
• Be on the waiting list for the Geriatric Revitalization Program

Exclusion Criteria:

• Attend less than 75% of the physical activity program's activities
• Absent any of the three follow-up physical parameter evaluations