Effect of physical activity for functional fitness among smoking elderly men: a pilot study
Journal Title: Antropomotoryka. Journal of Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences - Year 2012, Vol 22, Issue 60
Abstract
[b]Introduction.[/b] The main objectives of programmed physical activity for heavy smokers are above all to minimize inevitable effects of smoking and to prevent premature aging. A knowledge-based approach towards the health state of regular Tai-Chi practitioners assumes that Tai-Chi training may positively affect the functional efficiency of elderly heavy smokers.[b]Material and methods.[/b] The subjects were recruited from among heavy smokers without health complaints. To participate in the experiment, 13 men were accepted, ranged in age from 60 to 75 years (x = 65 ± 4.8 years). In the first experimental group “E” there were six men who attended physical training regularly twice a week in a 4-month period. The control group “K” formed 7 men who did not undertake any extra physical activity. Before and after the 4-month training period lower body strength, dynamic balance and aerobic endurance were measured. Sample used in the “Senior Fitness Test”. In addition, height and weight were measured and BMI was calculated.[b]Results.[/b] In all measured variables, lower body strength, dynamic balance and aerobic endurance, positive changes were observed. However, a statistically significant increase (p < 0.05) was observed in the lower body strength and dynamic balance.[b]Conclusions.[/b] Well-programmed physical activity has a positive effect even on functional fitness of heavy smoking addicts.
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Janusz Maciaszek
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