Association of Physical Activity History With Physical Function and Mortality in Old Age

Conclusions.
Higher cumulative physical activity over the life course was associated with less decline in physical performance and reduced rate of incident mobility disability and mortality in older ages.

Source: Journals of Gerontology Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences - March 7, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Stenholm, S., Koster, A., Valkeinen, H., Patel, K. V., Bandinelli, S., Guralnik, J. M., Ferrucci, L. Tags: Research Article Source Type: research