Efeitos do Treino Multicomponente e de Musculação na Pressão Arterial e Capacidade Funcional de Idosos

Abstract

This curricular internship report, developed within the scope of the Mais Ativos Mais Vividos program of the Faculty of Sport of the University of Porto, aimed to design, implement, and monitor physical exercise programs for older adults. Multicomponent and resistance training protocols were applied, assessing their effects on functional fitness and blood pressure in this population. The results showed that multicomponent training promoted gains in flexibility and upper limb strength, although there was a reduction in aerobic endurance. In resistance training, flexibility remained stable and there was a positive trend in aerobic capacity, but without significant increases in strength. Regarding blood pressure, overall stability was observed, with significant differences only in systolic pressure between groups, suggesting distinct response patterns. Overall, the internship enabled the development of technical and scientific skills in exercise prescription for older adults, as well as autonomy, resilience, and sensitivity in working with aging populations. It is concluded that physical exercise, in different modalities, is a safe and relevant strategy for promoting health and well-being in aging.