Benefícios do treinamento de força na qualidade de vida de pessoas na terceira idade

Abstract

This study examines the benefits of strength training on quality of life of people in the third age, with systematic explore the implications of regular physical activity for the healthy population in a rapidly aging society. Aging is a process that begins at birth, but gradually accelerates over a lifetime. Physical activity in old age appears as part of nonpharmacological treatment of several diseases that affect the elderly, reflecting an increase in life expectancy. Researchers have proven their theories that it is important to practice physical exercises so that the elderly have a healthy aging in psychological, social, biological and physical field, with a better quality of life.