Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Gudjonsson MC

Publications

• Research Article
  Hemoglobin Concentrations Predict Physical Function After A 12-Week Resistance Exercise Training and Subsequent Changes After 11 Months of Follow-Up Among Community Dwelling Older Adults
  Author(s): Gudjonsson MC, Geirsdottir OG, Briem K, Jonsson PV, Thorsdottir I and Ramel AGudjonsson MC, Geirsdottir OG, Briem K, Jonsson PV, Thorsdottir I and Ramel A
  
  Background: Hemoglobin transports oxygen in blood yet its concentrations generally decrease with age. The aim of the study was to examine whether hemoglobin is connected with physical function in older age people. Design: Intervention study. Setting: Community. Participants: Older adults (N=236, 73.7±5.7 years, 58.2% female). Intervention: A 12-week resistance exercise program (3 times/week; 3 sets, 6-8 repetitions at 75-80% of the 1-repetition maximum) was conducted to increase strength and muscle mass of major muscle groups. Measurements: Anthropometrics, muscle strength, timed up and go (TUG in sec), six-minute walking distance (6MWD in m) and blood chemical variables were measured at baseline, endpoint and after 10.7 months followup. Th.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-7182.1000492

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