Research – low versus high intensity strength training in frail elders – Seynnes – 2004

This study measured the dose response effect of a free weight based strength training program in nursing home residents. Groups trained at either forty percent or eighty percent of their one repetition max three times a week for ten weeks. Knee strength and endurance as well as function improved in both groups. Only the high intensity group improved 6 minute walking distance. To find out more click here.

LLT Directors research papers in the Top 10 cited articles from Age and Ageing
January 12, 2013

Research – seated balance training in residential care – McMurdo – 2000
December 8, 2012

Research – CBE in long term care – Baum – 2003
December 8, 2012

Article – Sit Fit – East Anglian Daily Times 2009
January 1, 2011

Research – CBE leaders in falls prevention service – Allen 1999
January 1, 2011

CBE leaders within Falls Services – Weymouth and Portland 2004
January 1, 2011