ABSTRACT
Introduction ............................................................................................................240 Age-Related Loss of Muscle Mass: Sarcopenia................................................240 Decreases in Muscle Strength and Functional Abilities ....................................240
Basic Resistance Training ...................................................................................... 241 Current Strength Training Recommendations and Considerations ................... 241 Effects of Resistance Training on Muscle Size and Architecture .....................242 Effects of Resistance Training on Muscular Strength .......................................242 Effects of Resistance Training on Muscular Endurance ................................... 243 Effects of Resistance Training on Muscular Power ..........................................244 Effects of Resistance Training on Physical Function ........................................244 Effects of Resistance Training on Muscle Quality ............................................245
Nontraditional Resistance Training........................................................................245 Difculties of Using Traditional Resistance Equipment ...................................245 Alternatives to Weight Machines and Free Weights .......................................... 247
