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Workshops in Olomouc
During the workshops, tests assessing cognitive functions and functional tests assessing the risk of falling were performed on each of the seniors involved in the project from the University of the Third Age in Lazy and the University of the Third Age at Palacky University in Olomouc.
Functional tests included:
- One-legged standing test (standing time until support) with eyes open and closed
- Measurement of hand grip strength - with a dynamometer
- Tests included in the FULLERTON test (Senior Fitness Test):
- Arm Curl Test
- Back Scratch attempt
- Getting up from a chair within 30 seconds. (30 Second Chair Stand)
- Chair Sit-and-Reach test
- 8 Foot Up-and-Go Rehearsal
- 2-Minute Step-in-Place trial
Bone density and body composition were measured in all seniors participating in the project using electrical bioimpedance using InBody 720
In addition, the body structure was assessed and the following circumferences were measured: waist, hips, thighs and calves. They will be used to calculate: WHR (waist to hip ratio) and WHTR (waist to thigh circumference ratio).