Maximal Strength is a Strong Determinant of Hip Geometry Indices in a Group of Older Sarcopenic Men
摘要
Introduction.The aim of the current study was to explore the relationships between maximal strength parameters and hip geometry parameters in a group of older sarcopenic men. Summary of facts and results. – In all, 22 older sarcopenic men whose ages range from 60 to 86 (68 ± 6 years) participated in our study. Body composition and hip geometry indices (cross-sectional area (CSA) and cross-sectional moment of inertia (CSMI)) were evaluated by DXA. One-repetition maximum (1-RM) squat, 1-RM deadlift, 1-RM bench press, 1-RM military press and 1-RM seated cable row were directly measured on two non-consecutive days. All maximal strength parameters were positively correlated to CSA and CSMI. These positive correlations remained significant after controlling for age. Conclusion. – The current study shows that maximal strength is a positive determinant of CSA and CSMI in older sarcopenic men.