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The aging athlete.

D Menard1, W D Stanish

  • 1Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|March 1, 1989
PubMed
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Aging athletes differ from younger ones physiologically and psychologically, but can still perform at high levels. Inactivity poses a greater health risk than exercise for older athletes, highlighting exercise as key to maintaining performance and health.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Gerontology
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Aging athletes present unique physiological, structural, and psychosocial characteristics.
  • Despite age-related changes, older athletes maintain significant capabilities in strength, skill, and endurance.
  • Understanding these differences is crucial for optimizing training and health management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the distinct attributes of the aging athlete compared to younger competitors.
  • To emphasize the critical role of physical activity in mitigating age-related decline.
  • To underscore that inactivity, not aging itself, is the primary health threat for older athletes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on aging athletes.

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  • Analysis of physiological, structural, and psychosocial factors.
  • Examination of the impact of exercise versus inactivity on health outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Aging athletes exhibit distinct physiological and psychosocial profiles.
    • Regular exercise can potentially slow age-related physiological decline by up to 50%.
    • Inactivity presents a more significant health risk to aging athletes than continued physical activity.

    Conclusions:

    • Exercise is vital for aging athletes, acting as a 'fountain of youth' to counteract decline.
    • Continued physical activity is more beneficial than inactivity for the health of older athletes.
    • Aging does not necessitate a cessation of athletic endeavors; rather, adapted activity is key.