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Principles of Power Training for Older Exercise Enthusiasts: Dos and Don'ts

Power training in older adults has become more widely accepted. Although research studies specific to power training in older athletes are generally lacking, some overall principles of power training in older adults still apply. The exercise professional should focus on the needs analysis for…

About this course

ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal® September/October 2025

What you will learn

  • Explain how power is impacted by force, or strength, and velocity, or speed in sport movements
  • Discuss the key components to setting up a power training program in older athletes, including how to safely set up the training progression
  • Provide general recommendations for power training in older athletes, including common errors to avoid

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