ObjectiveTo analyze the relationship between different test measuring explosive strength and functionality of active women participating in a leisure sport program in order to describe the caracteristics of health status and look for tools for diagnosing and monitoring degenerative process. MethodsThis study was conducted on 102 women physically active and without risk factors. Anthropometric, functional independence and explosive strength tests were applied. ResultsMean age 60.08±5.35 years; body mass index: 26.81±3.91; percentage of fat: 52.45±4.75; percentage of muscle mass: 37.24±6.77; tests of functional independence: maximum speed (30 meters): 9.39±1.92s; speed-agility (30 meters): 12.93±1.59s, and dynamic balance (6 meters): 21.9±8.01s. Explosive Strength (Bosco test): Squat Jump: 12.23±3.05cm, Countermovement Jump: 13.18±3.04cm and Countermovement Jump Arm swing: 14.80±4.01cm. ConclusionThe statistical relationships found between body composition, explosive strength and functionality tests, are important tools for diagnosing and monitoring, and could improve the intervention models on the elderly.