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ERIC Number: EJ1166290
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-Jan
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1360-2322
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Effects of Detraining on Anthropometry, Aerobic Capacity and Functional Ability in Adults with Down Syndrome
Boer, P. H.
Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, v31 suppl 1 p144-150 Jan 2018
Background: Structured exercise has shown to improve parameters of functional fitness in adults with Down syndrome (DS). However, few, if any, continue to exercise after exercise intervention studies. Consequently, the purpose of this study was to determine the effects of detraining on anthropometry, aerobic capacity and functional ability of adults with DS. Methods: In a previous study, forty-two participants either performed 12 weeks of interval training, continuous aerobic training or no training (CON). After 3 months of detraining, the same participants were tested again for anthropometry, aerobic capacity, leg strength and functional ability. Results: Significant reductions in maximal aerobic capacity, time to exhaustion and both functional test items were reported for both exercise groups compared to CON (p < 0.05). No significant differences were reported between the exercise groups concerning aerobic and functional capacity reductions. Conclusion: Detraining occurred significantly in both exercise groups regarding parameters associated with aerobic and functional capacity.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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