Exercise mix boosts fitness in women over 65, study finds

NCT ID NCT07204886

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Novi Sad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a 14-week program combining aerobic, balance, strength, and stability exercises could improve body composition, physical fitness, and movement in active women over 65. Forty women participated in supervised sessions twice a week. The goal was to see if this type of training helps maintain or improve physical health in older age.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: multicomponent training and stability exercise program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a specific mix of exercises helps older women stay strong and mobile, potentially informing better exercise programs for healthy aging.
What could go wrong: This is a small, non-randomized study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all older women. It also does not test for long-term benefits or disease prevention.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BODY COMPOSITION FUNCTIONAL CAPACITIES PHYSICAL FITNESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Faculty of Sport and Physical Education

Novi Sad, 21000, Serbia

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