Watch FIFA World Cup 2026™

LIVE, FREE and EXCLUSIVE starting June 12 2026

Indications gym-based strength training limits elderly falls

A resident of Montefiore Jewish Home in eastern Sydney using one of its rehabilitation machines (SBS)

The health benefits of balance and strength training are well-known, particularly later in life. But now a new study suggests elderly people in aged-care facilities can be almost half as likely to fall if they use gym-based, strength-training equipment. Details can be heard here in Dari.


Published

Updated

By Rena Sarumpaet

Source: SBS



Share this with family and friends


The health benefits of balance and strength training are well-known, particularly later in life. But now a new study suggests elderly people in aged-care facilities can be almost half as likely to fall if they use gym-based, strength-training equipment. Details can be heard here in Dari.



Latest podcast episodes

Follow SBS Dari

Download our apps

Listen to our podcasts

Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS

SBS World News

Take a global view with Australia's most comprehensive world news service

Stream now