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In Japan, frail elderly people are defined as having a maximum walking speed of less than 80 m per minute or possessing at least one failure in terms of instrumental activities of daily living. Comprehensive geriatric training (CGT) was developed to improve the physical functions of frail elderly people. CGT includes conditioning training, progressive resistance training, and balance training for frail elderly individuals in an effective exercise program. The CGT program promotes the health of frail elderly people by improving physical functions and enhancing the ability for self-management.
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Obuchi, S.P., Kawai, H., Mitsutake, S. (2015). Effective Exercise Programs Among Frail Elderly People. In: Kanosue, K., Oshima, S., Cao, ZB., Oka, K. (eds) Physical Activity, Exercise, Sedentary Behavior and Health. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-55333-5_24
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