Can leg presses keep aging brains and bodies stronger?
NCT ID NCT07027397
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether one year of twice-weekly leg press exercises could help older adults living in nursing homes maintain muscle mass, strength, and thinking abilities. Twenty-seven residents aged 65 and older who could walk with or without help took part. The exercises were tailored to each person's ability using a method that tracks movement speed.
What this could mean
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Active substance
velocity-based resistance training (exercise)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that simple leg press exercises help older adults in nursing homes maintain muscle and thinking skills.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 27 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise programs can be hard to stick with long-term.
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Locations
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University of Castilla-La Mancha
Toledo, Toledo, 45071, Spain