Introduction
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The global proportion of people over 60 years is expected to double between 2000 and 2050 [Community-wide effects of fall prevention in the aging population warrant large-scale studies. Thus, pragmatic randomized controlled trial (RCT) studies with societal fall prevention strategies showing real-world effectiveness should be conducted. Population-based studies involving city populations could indicate whether physical exercise can provide a meaningful and tangible tool for fall prevention in urban environments, where the majority of municipal services are within reach.However, the use of such services may be more appealing if they involve group activities. As participation in physical activities with a group of similar age and gender has promoted better compliance, it should be considered as a part of communal strategies in fall prevention [In this study, we present the effectiveness of fall prevention for primary and secondary outcomes of falls, fall incidences, fall types, fall-related fractures and clinical measurements in community-dwelling aging women. We hypothesized that a 6-month introduction to physical activities combined with free use of all municipal sports premises could prevent falls and related injuries.