Cardiovascular risk factor changes associated with six-year circuit training in older adults: a retrospective cohort analysis

This retrospective analysis suggests that sustained participation in a circuit resistance training program may be associated with favorable cardiovascular and metabolic profiles in older adults. However, given the non-randomized design, small sample size, and potential selection bias, these findings should be considered preliminary and exploratory. Future randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these associations and establish causality.

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Frontiers in Aging
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2026-02-16
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fragi.2026.1728121
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Physical Activity and Health
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Cardiovascular risk factor changes associated with six-year circuit training in older adults: a retrospective cohort analysis

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This retrospective analysis suggests that sustained participation in a circuit resistance training program may be associated with favorable cardiovascular and metabolic profiles in older adults. However, given the non-randomized design, small sample size, and potential selection bias, these findings should be considered preliminary and exploratory. Future randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these associations and establish causality.

Frontiers in AgingVol. 7
Alfaisal University (SA), Anhembi Morumbi University (BR), Universidade Nove de Julho (BR), Centro Universitário UNINOVAFAPI (BR)
Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, Alfaisal University
Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
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