New Training Program Launched to Combat Sarcopenia in Senior Citizens

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN — The Resistance, Strength and Balance Training (ReST) program aimed at preventing sarcopenia and reducing fall risks among seniors was launched, highlighting new approaches to elderly health management.

According to Radio Television Brunei, The program, organized by the WARGAMAS Association and the Pengiran Anak Puteri Rashidah Sa’adatul Bolkiah Institute of Health Sciences at Universiti Brunei Darussalam, was officiated by Doctor Suwarni binti Haji Mohd Diah, Assistant Dean of the Institute. Specifically tailored for senior citizens aged 60 and above, the ReST program utilizes the ‘Muslim Prayer’ method and is conducted by youth facilitators. The initiative, running since 2023, aims to enhance the physical wellbeing of the elderly through tailored exercise routines.