The increased number of satellite cells after training gradually decreases during detraining [ 169], suggesting that a continuation of exercise is required for maintaining an abundant pool of satellite cells in the skeletal muscle.
Dance video games studies in senior living settings [ 26, 27, 29, 30] or with post-menopausal women [ 31] have also shown that this approach is a safe, low-cost and motivating way to activate and ensure continuation of physical exercise in middle-aged and older adults.
In the consultations after 24 and 36 weeks, additionally, relapse prevention and the continuation of exercise after the intervention are discussed.
If continuation of exercise until follow-up was recommended was inconsistently reported too.
The treatment sessions are designed to become less frequent over time to encourage independence and continuation of exercise when therapy is complete.
This approach also allows participants to meet other participants from the neighbourhood, which might stimulate the continuation of exercise after the intervention.
The test was terminated when the participant reached peak VO2max[ 13] or showed any symptoms contraindicating continuation of exercise according to ACSM guidelines [ 13].
Bathe in exercise clothes.
