Effects of short daily resistance training on mobility in older adults
Official title: Impact of brief daily functional resistance training on lower extremity physical performance
Funded at Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr · NIH-10935936 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how short daily strength training exercises can help older adults who have trouble moving around, making it easier for them to stay active at home without feeling overwhelmed.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $640,358 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG079938-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10935936 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults experiencing mobility disability or those at risk of developing mobility issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already highly active or do not have mobility challenges may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how brief daily sessions of resistance training can improve physical performance in older adults who struggle with mobility. The approach focuses on creating a home-based program that requires only a few minutes each day, making it more accessible and easier to adhere to than traditional longer sessions. By emphasizing shorter workouts, the study aims to increase participation rates among older adults, particularly those who may feel intimidated by longer exercise routines. The methodology includes assessing the effectiveness of these brief sessions in enhancing daily activities and overall mobility.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mobility and quality of life for older adults by making resistance training more accessible.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that shorter, more manageable exercise programs can lead to better adherence and positive outcomes in older populations, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
Hershey, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sciamanna, Christopher N. — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Sciamanna, Christopher N.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.