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ACSM Personal Trainer

Category - Exercise Programming and Implementation

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Regular use of what type of training has a positive impact on older adults by preserving muscle mass and helping to stave off obesity by slowing the decline of metabolism?
  1. Resistance training
  2. Cardiovascular training
  3. Balance training
  4. Stability training
Explanation
Answer: A - Regular resistance training has a positive impact on older adults by preserving muscle mass and helping to stave off obesity by slowing the decline of metabolism. Additionally, resistance training can slow the effects of sarcopenia, which is often comorbid with obesity in older adults.
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