| Methods |
RCT
Method of randomisation: not reported
Assessor blinding: no
Participant blinding : no
Loss to follow‐up: 8
Intention‐to‐treat analysis: no
Post‐program follow‐up: no |
| Participants |
Location: USA
N = 27
Sample: healthy, sedentary women
Age: mean 69 years
Inclusion criteria: aged 64‐86; healthy; female, Palo Alto community
Exclusion criteria: pre‐existing disability or illness that would preclude participation in a weight training program of moderate intensity |
| Interventions |
PRT versus control
1. PRT
Type of Ex: 7LL
Equipment: weight training machines
Intensity: 65‐75% of 1RM
Frequency: Ex3
Reps/Sets: 6/3, increased to 6 sets for leg extension and press after 2 weeks
Program Duration: 12 weeks
Setting: gym
Supervision: full
Adherence: 90% completed all sessions
2. Control Group: maintain normal activities, asked not to start an exercise program. Could undertake training at the end of the program. Contacted to make appointments/ maintain interest. |
| Outcomes |
Strength (1RM)
Comments on adverse events: no |
| Notes |
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| Risk of bias |
| Bias |
Authors' judgement |
Support for judgement |
| Allocation concealment? |
Unclear risk |
B ‐ Unclear |
