… To evaluate of the exact health benefits of regular aerobic training (AT) in seniors aged 70
years or older. … Of 3515 articles identified, 87 studies were included in the systematic review
and categorized according to the analysed outcomes. The benefits of AT are clearly demonstrated
on total mortality, coronary and neurovascular disease, glucose metabolism and type 2
diabetes, blood lipid profile, body composition, blood pressure, cardiorespiratory performances,
muscle strength and functional capacity, and quality of life among senior aged 70 years …

Aging is intrinsically associated with a progressive decline in muscle strength and mass, and
aerobic capacity. This contributes to reduced mobility and impaired quality of life (QoL)
among seniors. Regular physical activity, and more particularly aerobic training (AT), has
demonstrated benefits on adults' health. The aim of this review was to assess the current
level of evidence regarding the health benefits of AT in the population aged 70 years and
over. A comprehensive, systematic database search for manuscripts was performed. Two …