Two Pilot Studies of the Effect of Bicycling on Balance and Leg Strength among Older Adults

Objectives. Study 1 examines whether age-related declines in balance are moderated by bicycling. Study 2 tests whether regular cycling can increase leg strength and improve balance. Methods. Study 1: a cross-sectional survey of 43 adults aged 44–79 was conducted. Leg strength was measured, and Balan...

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Main Authors: Chris Rissel, Erin Passmore, Chloe Mason, Dafna Merom
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Journal of Environmental and Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/686412