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Performance
BLeg muscle growth in older adults after strength training
de Santana DA, Scolfaro PG, Marzetti E, Cavaglieri CR · 2024 · Experimental Gerontology 198:112639
REZA evidence rating B: Reasonable confidence
Methodology
Systematic review, meta-analysis and meta-regression of RCTs
Findings
The extent to which older adults' leg muscles respond to strength training, and which factors influence that.
Practical conclusion for REZA
Supports the point that age is not a reason to keep load low. Leg strength remains trainable.
Original source
DOI: 10.1016/j.exger.2024.112639 · PMID: 39579806
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