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Table 1 Physical training program

From: Falls prevention through physical and cognitive training (falls PACT) in older adults with mild cognitive impairment: a randomized controlled trial protocol

Periods

Exercises

Progression

Warm-up (5–10 min)

Calisthenics and general flexibility

Multicomponent exercise programme (60–90 min)

Walking over 10 m

1. Walking forward-backward, sideways

2. Turning figure of 8 walking

3. Tandem walking

10–12 rounds; 1–3 sets

Increase step length and speed

Over obstacles

Sit-to-stand

8–12 repetitions; 1–3 sets

Lower chair height

Heel and toe raises

8–12 repetitions; 1–3 sets

Hold or raise for longer

Stepping in different directions

8–12 repetitions; 1–3 sets

Longer or faster steps

Step over obstacle

Step-ups

1. Forward

2. 2. Lateral

8–12 repetitions; 1–3 sets

Increase step height

Graded reaching in standing

1. Table top

- side to side, forward and diagonal reaching

2. Tapping markers on the wall

3. 3. Reaching down to chair, stool or floor

8–12 repetitions; 1–3 sets

Narrower foot placement

Increase distance to reach

Standing on a softer surface (rubber mat)

Stepping while reaching

Cool-down (5–10 min)

Calisthenics and general flexibility