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Joan A Cebrick-Grossman1, Debra L Fetherman1
1University of Scranton.
Workplace Health & Safety
|June 6, 2024
Summary
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) and increased daily steps effectively reduced body mass and improved body composition in sedentary women over 12 weeks. Both interventions supported health and reduced obesity risks.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Obesity Research
- Workplace Health Promotion
Background:
- Sedentary work is linked to significant health risks.
- Obesity and sedentary lifestyles increase chronic disease risk.
- Workplace interventions can mitigate these risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) versus increased daily steps.
- To assess changes in anthropometrics, body mass, and body composition.
- To evaluate these changes over a 12-week intervention period.
Main Methods:
- 12 sedentary, obese women (BMI ≈ 33) participated.
- Random assignment to either a HIIT group or a STEP group.
- Movement monitored via accelerometers; anthropometrics and body composition (DEXA) measured pre- and post-intervention.
Main Results:
- Both HIIT and increased steps led to significant reductions in anthropometric measurements (biceps, hips, thigh).
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in body mass and body composition.
- HIIT involved structured ~15-minute routines; STEP group averaged ~7,000 steps/day.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity interventions in the workplace can reduce body mass and improve body composition.
- Both structured exercise (HIIT) and increased daily steps are effective.
- These interventions help mitigate obesity-related chronic disease risks in sedentary women.
