The Short-Term Effects of Exercise Program on Balance Strength Flexibility and Cardiac and Vascular Endurance in Elderly

Abstract

This quasi - experimental study aimed to examine the short-term effects of exercise programs on balance, strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance, in the elderly. The 18 participants received the exercise program for 40 minutes per day, 3 days a week, for consecutive 4 weeks. All participants were assessed for physical fitness before and after the exercise programs period. The results of this study found on that the right side of the upper back flexibility test, the lower back flexibility test and the dynamic balance test after 4 weeks of exercise there were statistically significant improvement (p<0.05). The results of this study indicate that the exercise program can improve flexibility, dynamic balance and enhance physical fitness in the elderly.