Suspension training vs. traditional resistance training: effects on muscle mass, strength and functional performance in older adults

Author(s)

Soligon, Samuel Domingos ^[1] ; da Silva, Deivid Gomes ^[1] ; Almeida Bergamasco, Joao Guilherme ^[1] ; Angleri, Vitor ^[1] ; Medalha Junior, Ricardo Alessandro ^[1] ; Dias, Nathalia Fernanda ^[1] ; Nobrega, Sanmy Rocha ^[1] ; Cesar, Marcelo de Castro ^{[2, 3]} ; Libardi, Cleiton Augusto ^[1]

Affiliation

^[1] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Dept Phys Educ, MUSCULAB, Lab Neuromuscular Adaptat Resistance Training, UFS, Rod Washington Luiz, Km 235 SP 310, BR-13565905 Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil

^[2] Univ Fed Sao Carlos, Dept Med, UFSCar, Rod Washington Luiz, Km 235 SP 310, BR-13565905 Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil

^[3] Univ Metodista Piracicaba, Human Performance Res Lab, UNIMEP, Rod Acucar, Km 156, BR-13400911 Piracicaba, SP - Brazil

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY; v. 120, n. 10 JUL 2020.
• Web of Science Citations: 0

Abstract

Purpose We compared the effects of suspension training (ST) with traditional resistance training (TRT) on muscle mass, strength and functional performance in older adults. Methods Forty-two untrained older adults were randomized in TRT, ST (both performed 3 sets of whole body exercises to muscle failure) or control group (CON). Muscle thickness (MT) of biceps brachii (MTBB) and vastus lateralis (MTVL), maximal dynamic strength test (1RM) for biceps curl (1RM(BC)) and leg extension exercises (1RM(LE)), and functional performance tests (chair stand {[}CS], timed up and go {[}TUG] and maximal gait speed {[}MGS]) were performed before and after 12 weeks of training. Results MT(BB)increased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT 23.35%; ST 21.56%). MT(VL)increased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT 13.03%; ST 14.07%). 1RM(BC)increased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT 16.06%; ST 14.33%). 1RM(LE)increased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT 14.89%; ST 18.06%). MGS increased significantly and similarly for all groups (TRT 6.26%; ST 5.99%; CON 2.87%). CS decreased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT - 20.80%; ST - 15.73%). TUG decreased significantly and similarly for all training groups (TRT - 8.66%; ST - 9.16%). Conclusion Suspension training (ST) promotes similar muscle mass, strength and functional performance improvements compared to TRT in older adults. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 17/05331-6 - Muscle hypertrophy: resistance training variables versus human biological individuality.
• Grantee: Vitor Angleri
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate