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Shivangi Sachdeva1, Priyanka Rishi1, Sonia Pawaria2
1Faculty of Physiotherapy, SGT University, Gurugram, India.
Integrated Intensive Exercise Protocol (IIEP) significantly improved body composition, functional capacity, and quality of life in obese individuals. This approach offers a promising strategy for obesity management and enhancing overall well-being.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Science
- Obesity Research
- Clinical Health
Background:
- Obesity is a global health issue linked to numerous comorbidities and reduced quality of life (QoL).
- Current research extensively covers high-intensity interval training, yet integrated intensive exercise approaches remain understudied.
- This study investigates the efficacy of an Integrated Intensive Exercise Protocol (IIEP) for obese individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of IIEP in improving body composition.
- To assess the impact of IIEP on functional capacity.
- To determine the effect of IIEP on the quality of life in obese individuals.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involved 30 obese participants (BMI 30-39.9 kg/m², aged 18-35), randomized into control and intervention groups.
- The control group followed a diet and brisk walking; the intervention group underwent IIEP (aerobic, resistance, recreational activities) for 8 weeks.
- Assessments included vital signs, body composition (BMI), functional capacity (6-min walk test), and QoL (IWQOL-Lite).
Main Results:
- The IIEP group showed significant improvements in body composition, functional capacity, and QoL compared to the control group.
- Both groups demonstrated similar effectiveness in normalizing vital signs to baseline levels.
Conclusions:
- IIEP is a viable therapeutic strategy for managing obesity.
- IIEP effectively enhances functional capacity and overall well-being in individuals with obesity.
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