Long-term Resistance Training Can Help Maintain Elders’ Autonomy
Autonomy is a highly valued commodity for anyone at any age, but especially as a person grows older. The desire for independence is not only fueled by that natural tendency, but also a lifetime of self-sufficiency. We all know the increasing need for geriatric care as the baby-boomers age and the issues of how to take care of those who cannot take care of themselves. A study done by McMaster University in Ontario, Canada stu