Effects of a weight loss plus exercise program on physical function in overweight, older women: a randomized controlled trial

Obesity and a sedentary lifestyle are associated with physical impairments and biologic changes in older adults. Weight loss combined with exercise may reduce inflammation and improve physical functioning in overweight, sedentary, older adults. This study tested whether a weight loss program combined with moderate exercise could improve physical function in obese, older adult women.Participants (N = 34) were generally healthy, obese, older adult...