Sex- and age-specific normative values for handgrip strength and components of the Senior Fitness Test in community-dwelling older adults aged 65–75 years in Germany: results from the OUTDOOR ACTIVE study
Abstract Background Physical fitness is a key component of independent living and healthy ageing. For the measurement of physical fitness in older adults, the Senior Fitness Test is a commonly used tool. The objective of this study is to calculate sex- and age-specific normative values for handgrip...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02188-9 |