Reference Values for Handgrip Strength in the Basque Country Elderly Population

Reference Values for Handgrip Strength in the Basque Country Elderly Population

Strength training is currently the most recommended primary therapeutic strategy to prevent and reverse the decline of muscle mass, strength, and functional deterioration associated with age. The aim is to provide reference values of handgrip strength (HGS) in the Basque Country population and compa...

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Main Authors: Xabier Río, Arkaitz Larrinaga-Undabarrena, Aitor Coca, Myriam Guerra-Balic
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:Biology
Subjects:
handgrip strength
elderly
weakness
health-promoting
physical activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/9/12/414

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