Longitudinal Associations of Aerobic Activity, Muscle-Strengthening Activity, and Adiposity with Cardiorespiratory Fitness.

Clare Meernik, Mickey Scheinowitz, David Leonard, Carolyn E Barlow, Tammy Leonard, Kelley Pettee Gabriel, Andjelka Pavlovic, Jarett D Berry, Laura F Defina, Kerem Shuval

Department of Research, The Cooper Institute, Dallas, TX. · pubmed

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Abstract

Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) declines with age, and greater declines increase the risk for adverse health outcomes. Understanding factors that attenuate age-related decreases in CRF can help extend healthy life. We sought to determine the longitudinal associations of aerobic physical activity, muscle-strengthening activity (MSA), and adiposity with CRF.

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Research summary

The paper claims that aerobic activity, muscle-strengthening activity, and adiposity are longitudinally associated with cardiorespiratory fitness. This research is relevant as it explores factors that may mitigate age-related declines in cardiorespiratory fitness, which is crucial for extending healthy lifespan and addressing the root causes of aging.

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