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The aim of this study was to see the effect of an exercise program on the physical ability of elderly people. For the present problem, the subjects were selected from the elderly people residing in the Tehsil of Yavatmal district of Vidarbha. The age of the selected subjects was between 60 and 70 years. Using the available sampling method for selection of subjects, 25 male subjects were selected who were willing to participate in the study voluntarily and did not have any serious illness. The selected 25 subjects were pre-tested and then a 12-months exercise program was organized. The exercise program was conducted for 6 days in a week and one day was given for rest. To test the physical ability of the subjects, grip strength, leg strength, back strength and flexibility were measured. grip dynamometer was used to measure hand strength, Leg dynamometer was used to measure leg strength, Back dynamometer was used to measure back strength and Sit and Reach test was used to measure flexibility. Descriptive statistical method and paired t-test was used to perform statistical analysis of subjects before and after testing. The critical level was set at 0.05. it was concluded that physical capabilities can be improved if exercise training is given even in old age. This study showed significant improvement in right hand strength, back strength, leg strength and flexibility and collectively, exercise training has shown a positive effect on physical capability. The researchers suggest that if exercise training is given in old age under proper guidance, then the physical and mental risks of old age can be reduced.