Begin strength training at 70 percent of a 10-repetition maximum, which is 70 percent of the weight at which one can perform an exercise 10 times. When this weight can be performed for 25 repetitions for two consecutive sessions, increase the weight by 10 percent. Training should be performed two to three times per week for three sets consisting of eight to 12 repetitions per exercise. Each session should last 10 to 15 minutes.Do not strength-train the same muscle groups on consecutive days.
A variety of equipment can be used for strength training, depending on the levels of balance/coordination, plasticity/tremor, strength, and/or fatigue, including:
- Free weights
- Isokinetic machines
- Stretch band exercises
- Sandbag weights
- Water resistance exercises
- Kettlebells
- Medicine balls