Short Exercise Sessions for Strength and Brain Health in Older Adults
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This study tests whether short bursts of strength-building exercises—done at different times throughout the day—can improve leg strength and thinking skills in older adults who are starting to become frail. You would do these exercises for 8 weeks and complete some simple tests.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You live independently in the community (not in a nursing home or assisted living)
- You are considered pre-frail (a medical assessment will confirm this)
- You can walk on your own, with or without a cane
- You have not done regular leg-strengthening exercises more than twice a week in the past 3 months
- You are willing to do the exercise program for 8 weeks and complete all study visits
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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