Results: 3042

Associations between motivation and different aspects of physical exercise in individuals who maintained weight loss

The objective of this study was to analyze the association between motivation and various aspects of physical exercise in individuals who maintained weight loss, and to explore the role of gender. The sample consisted of 253 participants, and their sociodemographic characteristics, body composi...

Efeitos do treinamento multicomponente na capacidade intrínseca de idosos residentes na comunidade: protocolo de estudo quase-experimental

Geriatr Gerontol Aging; 18 (), 2024
Objetivo: Protocolo para avaliar os efeitos de exercícios multicomponentes na capacidade intrínseca de idosos. Metodologia: Pessoas idosas (≥ 60 anos) cadastradas em um programa de treinamento multicomponente de Porto Alegre (RS) serão selecionados para avaliação da capacidade intrínseca nos seus...

Effects of physical exercise on cognition and glymphatic system of patients with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer’s disease – study protocol

Geriatr Gerontol Aging; 18 (), 2024
Objective: To evaluate the impact of a multicomponent physical exercise program on clinical variables associated with the glymphatic clearance system, sleep-awake patterns, and cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer’s disease. Methods: This is a single-center...

Characteristics of peer-led physical activity programs for older adults: a scoping review

Geriatr Gerontol Aging; 18 (), 2024
This scoping review investigates peer-led programs as a strategy to promote physical activity (PA) among older adults, addressing a gap in the literature concerning in-depth assessment of the characteristics, components, and effectiveness of such programs. Seven databases were searched for articles publi...

Effect of strength, aerobic, and concurrent training on the memory of cognitively preserved older adults: a randomized clinical trial protocol

Geriatr Gerontol Aging; 18 (), 2024
Objectives: To verify the effect of strength, aerobic, and concurrent training on the memory of cognitively preserved older adults. Methods: A randomized controlled clinical trial will be conducted. Sedentary older adults (aged 60 to 75 years) of both genders will participate. Outcome measures will inclu...

Anthropometric Characteristics, Training Intensity Distribution, Physiological Profile and Performance of an Elite Trail Runner: A Longitudinal Case Study

Int. j. morphol; 42 (2), 2024
SUMMARY: Trail running (TR), an extreme endurance sport, presents unique challenges due to the variety of terrain and distances, where physiological capacity and body composition have been considered better predictors of performance. This longitudinal case study examines the impact of training intensity ...

Sprint and Anaerobic Power with the Soccer-Specific ACTN3 Gene: A Distintive Example

Int. j. morphol; 42 (2), 2024
SUMMARY: The aim of this study is twofold: (1) to identify differences in certain anaerobic parameters (10m sprint, 30m sprint, anaerobic power, and Illinois agility tests) between professional and amateur soccer players, and (2) to determine whether there is a difference in the ACTN3 gene polymorphism b...

Práticas corporais e Atividade Física para mulheres gestantes e puérperas: barreiras e facilitadores da implementação
Body practices and physical activity for pregnant and postpartum women: barriers and facilitators of implementation

Pergunta - Quais são as barreiras e os facilitadores na implementação de práticas corporais e/ou atividades/exercícios físicos para a promoção da saúde de mulheres gestantes e puérperas na Atenção Primária à Saúde? Métodos - As buscas dos estudos foram realizadas em dezembro de 2023 nas b...

Nutritional management of muscle mass loss in patients with Post-COVID-19 Syndrome: a scoping review

HSJ; 14 (), 2024
Post-Covid-19 Syndrome (PCS) is a condition that causes persistent symptoms and impacts nutritional status such as loss of muscle mass. The objective of this study was to review and map scientific evidence on nutritional management in the loss of muscle mass in patients with PCS. The scoping review proto...

Synchronous and asynchronous tele-exercise for older adults: study protocol for a randomized clinical trial

HSJ; 14 (), 2024
Objective: Multicomponent physical training, carried out via tele-exercise, can contribute to a healthier lifestyle in the elderly. The objective is to present the intervention protocol of the “Idoso Ativo” (Active Older Adult) program via tele-exercise, synchronously and async...