Table 2 Osteodensitometric and maximum muscle‐strength variables at baseline for subjects in the strength training (ST) and power training (PT) groups.
| Variable | ST (n = 22) | PT (24) |
|---|---|---|
| DXA lumbar spine (g/cm2) | 0.869 (0.075) | 0.864 (0.078) |
| DXA total hip (g/cm2) | 0.862 (0.090) | 0.848 (0.056) |
| DXA ultradistal radius (g/cm2) | 0.399 (0.052) | 0.411 (0.047) |
| Maximum isometric trunk flexion (N.m) | 73.04 (15.80) | 75.27 (14.69) |
| Maximum isometric trunk extension (N.m) | 137.9 (24.3) | 136.4 (29.0) |
| Maximum dynamic leg press (kg) | 176.9 (30.4) | 201.5 (37.5)* |
| Maximum dynamic bench press (kg) | 46.13 (7.31) | 48.95 (8.81) |
DXA, dual x‐ray absorptiometry.
Values are mean (SD).
*Significant between‐group difference (p<0.05).