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Effects of weight-bearing dance aerobics on lower limb muscle morphology, strength and functional fitness in older women.

Xiaoying PengTang ZhouHua WuYiyan LiJiajia LiuHuan HuangChangshuang HeShaoyu GuoMuyang HuanLei ShiPeijie ChenMinghui Quan
Published in: PeerJ (2024)
The study concluded that compared to the non-exercising control group, 12-week WBDA was shown to thicken vastus intermedius, increase muscle strength, and improve physical function in older women. In addition, this study provides a reference exercise program for older women.
Keyphrases
  • lower limb
  • physical activity
  • skeletal muscle
  • body composition
  • randomized controlled trial
  • high intensity
  • weight loss
  • weight gain