This study will compare the effects of high-speed power resistance training or plyometric jump training on muscle stiffness, jump performance and measures of daily activity in older adults living independently in the community.
Age range
55 Years – 90 Years
Sex
ALL
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Change in Quadriceps Muscle Stiffness measured by Kilopascals
Timeframe: Baseline, 10 weeks
Change in Triceps Surae Muscle Stiffness measured by Kilopascals
Timeframe: Baseline, 10 weeks
Change in Quadriceps Tendon Stiffness measured by Kilopascals
Timeframe: Baseline, 12 weeks
Change in Patellar Tendon Stiffness measured by Kilopascals
Timeframe: Baseline, 12 weeks
Change in Achilles Tendon Stiffness measured by Kilopascals
Timeframe: Baseline, 12 weeks
Changes in Stored Elastic Energy measured by joules
Timeframe: Baseline, 12 weeks
Change in Gait Economy
Timeframe: Baseline, 12 weeks