I saw this new study that looked at power training older adults. The study utilized explosive resistance training for women in their 60s and 80s. The results showed improvements in both groups, and it also showed the training was well-tolerated.
This is great to see people up in their 80s still lifting weights. The type of training they performed (explosive) was also a good idea, since explosive training can increase both strength and power. It has been shown that losing muscle power puts subjects at a greater risk compared to losing only strength.
It just goes to show, it's never too late to start exercising.
