Functional vs Traditional Training in Older Women's Health

Functional vs Traditional Group-Based Training in Community-Dwelling Older Women: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial

This study investigates how balance, mobility, strength, gait speed, and health-related quality of life in older adults (65+) are affected after an 8-week training period using the Norwegian national concept for older adults, Strong and Steady, compared to a modified version that incorporates functional training variables.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Elderlies aged 65 to 75 years old.
• Have been participating and physical training for at least six months before the start of the intervention.
• The participants must be highly motivated for the project, which will be measured using the likard scale.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Illness or injury within the last three months.
• Do not have the ability to complete the test battery concerning set minimum criteria