%0 Journal Article %T Aging and Exercise %A Mustafa Sava£¿ Torlak %J - %D 2018 %X Aging is a complex process involving several pathological conditions such as cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, sarcopenia and liver failure, along with structural and functional impairment at the biomolecular level. As aging process changes the functioning of the body systems (cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, immune system, endocrine system etc.), older people experience dysfunction and disability. It is necessary to remain active until advanced ages and to increase the functional capacity for independent living. For this reason, lifelong physical activity is important in maintaining an independent life. Physical activity is extremely useful not only in healthy elderly people but also in elderly people with chronic diseases. This review will attempt to clarify what kind of exercises the elderly should perform and the effects of the exercise on the aging process in the light of various studies %K egzersiz %K sa£¿l£¿k %K ya£¿lanma %U http://dergipark.org.tr/jssr/issue/33957/423106