none 10.18502/ehj.v10i2.17367 Knowledge E DMCC Knowledge E DMCC 7770 170573949 327634 1772017765 10.18502 2026-02-25T11:09:26Z 2025-01-19T03:46:49Z 2 Elderly Health Journal EHJ 2423-6179 12 31 2024 Alireza Babaei Mazreno Farzaneh Taghian As the global population ages, maintaining health and functionality in older adults has become a key public health priority. Exercise is widely recognized as a powerful intervention to enhance physical and mental health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and improve the quality of life in older adults. Among the various types of physical activity, aerobic and resistance exercises are two of the most frequently recommended for elderly populations. This article provides a detailed comparison of these two forms of exercise, examining their effects on cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal integrity, cognitive function, metabolic health, psychological well-being, and overall quality of life in older adults. 12 28 2024 10.18502/ehj.v10i2.17367 https://publish.kne-publishing.com/index.php/EHJ/article/view/17367 https://publish.kne-publishing.com/index.php/EHJ/article/download/17367/16168 https://publish.kne-publishing.com/index.php/EHJ/article/download/17367/16168 https://ehj.ssu.ac.ir/article-1-336-en.html