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Summary

Aquatic resistance training with longer durations (6x10) and Speedo Resistance Equipment significantly increases energy expenditure (EE). Using the equipment also elevates oxygen uptake (VO2) and EE during aquatic exercise.

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Area of Science:

Exercise Physiology
Sports Science
Aquatic Training

Background:

Aquatic resistance training offers a low-impact exercise modality.
Understanding the physiological demands of different aquatic training protocols is crucial for optimizing exercise prescription.
The impact of specific equipment on physiological responses in aquatic settings requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare oxygen uptake (VO2) and energy expenditure (EE) between two aquatic resistance training protocols (3x20s vs. 6x10s).
To evaluate the effect of using Speedo Resistance Equipment on physiological responses during aquatic training.
To determine the influence of training duration and equipment on VO2 and EE.

Main Methods:

Ten healthy, exercise-accustomed women participated in four randomized aquatic resistance training protocols.
Protocols included 3 sets of 20 seconds (3x20) and 6 sets of 10 seconds (6x10), with and without Speedo Resistance Equipment.
Physiological responses, including oxygen uptake (VO2) and energy expenditure (EE), were measured.

Main Results:

The 6x10 protocol resulted in higher gross and net energy expenditure (EE) compared to the 3x20 protocol.
Oxygen uptake (VO2) and minimum energy expenditure (EEmin) did not differ significantly between protocols.
Using Speedo Resistance Equipment significantly increased VO2, gross EE, net EE, and EEmin compared to not using it.

Conclusions:

Longer duration aquatic resistance training protocols (6x10) enhance overall energy expenditure.
The use of Speedo Resistance Equipment is recommended to augment oxygen uptake and energy expenditure during aquatic exercise.
Aquatic resistance training protocols incorporating specialized equipment and extended durations may offer greater physiological benefits.