Effects of Eccentric Training Intervention in Older Adults

Effects of Eccentric-based Training on Muscle Strength and Physical Function in Older Adults

Sarcopenia leads to loss of muscle mass and muscle strength during the aging process. It has been reported that eccentric training has some positive effects on the preservation of eccentric strength, with less delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in older groups, and lower metabolic costs.

This is prospective study. The goals of this study are to:

1. Examine the effects of eccentric training on physical function (gait speed, stair climb, chair stand) in older adults.
2. Examine the effects of eccentric training on muscle strength (Isometric strength, Isokinetic strength, power) in older adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects who can agree voluntarily
• Older men/women: Age (60 - 80 yrs)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Uncontrolled hypertension
• Acute coronary syndrome
• Subjects who took drugs which can affects neuromuscular system
• Subjects who cannot agree voluntarily