The evaluation of physical fitness of elderly people in accordance with the Body Mass Index
Journal Title: Antropomotoryka. Journal of Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences - Year 2011, Vol 21, Issue 56
Abstract
[b]Introduction.[/b] Physical fitness plays significant role in keeping the optimal health and health behaviours, within each period of ontogenesis. However, in case of elderly people, it is of great importance, as it enables them to remain independent in everyday activities and to maintain family and social contacts. At the same time physical fitness is connected to a large extent with the diet and therefore with the BMI (Body Mass Index) level. [b]Aim of the study.[/b] To evaluate the physical fitness of elderly women, considered in the BMI aspect.[b]Material and methods.[/b] The research works were conducted in the Department of Biostructure among 138 women within the age range of 55–70 years (x= 62.54 years). The examinations included bone mineral density, body composition, posture, basic somatic parameters, efficiency of respiratory and circulatory systems and physical fitness measured by means of Senior Test. The results were evaluated statistically, regarding the basic characteristics (x, s, v) as well as the variance analysis between BMI values and the physical fitness level.[b]Results and conclusions.[/b] Achieved results indicate that the level of muscular power of the upper extrem-ity and the spinal range of motion, as well as the hip joints, are not combined with BMI. Other tests revealed negative connections with the Body Mass Index, especially when BMI values exceeded 35 kg/m2.
Authors and Affiliations
Zofia Ignasiak, Anna Skrzek
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP60287
- DOI -
- Views 84
- Downloads 0
Stronne zróżnicowanie (asymetria) przygotowania technicznego strzałów na bramkę w Mistrzostwach Europy Kobiet 2009 w piłce nożnej
[b]Cel pracy.[/b] We współczesnej piłce nożnej kobiet coraz większego znaczenia nabiera wszechstronne przygotowanie zawodniczek zarówno pod względem motorycznym, jak i technicznym. Istotne dla przebiegu meczu staje się u...
The level of maximum strength and strength accuracy in chosen motor tasks in men
[b]Aim of the study.[/b] In contemporary football, motor conditioning requirements are becoming stricter and stricter. The significance of knowledge about the manifestation of strength and strength accuracy in football p...
Postural function ad one limiting factor of the level of motor performance and possibilities of its correction during school day education by children of primary school age
[b]The purpose of the work[/b]. The quality of postural function takes a share not only in the level of health oriented fitness but it is also inseparable part of every movement (ereismatic movement). To the certain leve...
The morphological differentiation of 7- and 14-year-old boys on the background of explosive strength development
[b]Aim of the work.[/b] The aim was to investigate the possible differences in body structure and other force abilities of seven and fourteen-year-old boys. The results of the standing long jump, which measures the explo...
An assessment of the motor fitness abilities of a selected group of 11-year-old boys, members of the provincial football team of the Podkarpacie Football Association.
[b]Aim of the project. [/b]Evaluating the level of chosen physiological and fitness skills in 11-year-old boys with the aim of working out fitness assessment norms for this age group.[b]Material and methods. [/b]The rese...