Impact of two years of resistance training on health in postmenopausal women
Effect of Two Years of Resistance Training on Muscular Strength, Body Composition, Functional Fitness, Metabolic Biomarkers, Cognition, and Cardiac Parameters in Postmenopausal Women: Longitudinal Study Active Aging
This study tests if two years of resistance training can improve strength, muscle mass, and overall health in postmenopausal women aged 60 and older.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Universidade Estadual de Londrina Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Londrina, Paraná) |
| Trial ID | NCT06621368 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of two years of resistance training on the health status of postmenopausal women aged 60 and older. It aims to assess improvements in strength, muscle mass, bone mineral density, and overall health outcomes associated with long-term exercise. Participants will engage in a structured resistance training program, while a control group will receive no treatment. The study seeks to understand the time-dependent benefits of resistance training in mitigating the effects of aging.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are physically independent postmenopausal women aged 60 and older who do not have significant health limitations.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently engaged in regular physical exercise more than once a week or those with cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or metabolic limitations may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly enhance the quality of life and health outcomes for postmenopausal women through improved physical fitness.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes from resistance training in older populations, but this study's long-term approach is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 60 years of age or older; * physically independent; * not have cardiovascular, musculoskeletal or metabolic limitations that prevent the practice of physical exercises or the execution of motor tests; * not being on hormone replacement therapy; * not being involved in physical exercise more than once a week, over the six months prior to the start of the study. Exclusion Criteria: * not participating in at least 85% of the training and not attending the assessments.
Where this trial is running
Londrina, Paraná
- State University of Londrina — Londrina, Paraná, Brazil (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.