Aging successfully: the importance of physical activity in maintaining health and function.
Galloway M, Jokl P. Aging successfully: the importance of physical activity in maintaining health and function. Journal Of The American Academy Of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2000, 8: 37-44. PMID: 10666651, DOI: 10.5435/00124635-200001000-00004.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAgedAgingExerciseHumansLife StyleMiddle AgedMusculoskeletal Physiological PhenomenaSportsConceptsPhysical activityMusculoskeletal injuriesRegular physical activityAge-related functional declineMajor muscle groupsSignificant health benefitsOlder patientsPrompt recognitionAge-related declineRegular exerciseExercise regimenResistance exerciseAerobic exerciseSeventh decadeFunctional declineHealthy individualsMuscle groupsConditioning exerciseMusculoskeletal functionCompetitive athleticsOlder individualsHealth gainsMajor causeMaster athletesRegular participation