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European Review of Aging and Physical Activity
Published in: European Review of Aging and Physical Activity 1/2015

Open Access 01-12-2015 | Review article

Health benefits of cycle ergometer training for older adults over 70: a review

Authors: Walid Bouaziz, Elise Schmitt, Georges Kaltenbach, Bernard Geny, Thomas Vogel

Published in: European Review of Aging and Physical Activity | Issue 1/2015

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Abstract

As the number of older adults continues to increase worldwide, more attention is being paid to geriatric health care needs, and successful ageing is becoming an important topic in the medical literature. A preventive approach to the care of older adults is thus a priority in our aging societies. The purpose of this study was to update evidence for the health benefits of cycle ergometer training for older adults over 70. We searched online electronic databases up to September 2014 for original observational and intervention studies on the relationship between cycle ergometer training and health among older patients over 70. Twenty-five studies examined interventions aimed specifically at promoting cycling for older adults over 70. These studies reported a positive effect on the prevention of cardiovascular disease, and a significant improvement in metabolic responses. Improving functional status, muscle strength and cognitive performance are also well established. Overall, this review demonstrates a positive effect of cycle ergometer training with functional benefits and positive health outcomes for older adults over 70. Based on this evidence, clinicians can now encourage older adults to profit from the health benefits of cycle ergometer training to be able to pursue their daily activities independently.
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Metadata
Title
Health benefits of cycle ergometer training for older adults over 70: a review
Authors
Walid Bouaziz
Elise Schmitt
Georges Kaltenbach
Bernard Geny
Thomas Vogel
Publication date
01-12-2015
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
European Review of Aging and Physical Activity / Issue 1/2015
Print ISSN: 1813-7253
Electronic ISSN: 1861-6909
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s11556-015-0152-9

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