Two methods for progressing power training for older adults

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Healthy adults aged 50–90 are assigned to one of two supervised power-training progression models (RPE-based or power plateau–based) and follow a structured exercise program. Researchers will compare how each method affects measures of muscle power, functional capacity, and participant adherence. The trial emphasizes practical implementation, tracking how easy each progression is to use in real-world training. Safety and feasibility outcomes will also be recorded to inform clinical and community exercise programs.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* 50 - 90 years of age.
* Be able to walk 50m without any sort of assistance device.
* Be able to understand and communicate in English to properly conduct the training and testing processes.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Uncontrolled cardiovascular or neuromuscular disease that prevent participation in a training program.
* Any systemic inflammatory or autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, or other serious concomitant medical illness.
* Unresolved injury or surgery to the upper or lower limbs that prevents weight training.
* \- Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score below 18

Where it's running

• Laboratory of Neruomuscular Research and Active Aging
  Coral Gables, Florida, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Joseph F. Signorile, PhD — University of Miami
• Study coordinator: Gabby J Gilbert, MS
• Email: gxg743@miami.edu
• Phone: 3052844173

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.