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NCT Number: NCT06242899

Short Moderate-intensity Continuous Training on Sedentary Women's

Purpose: To determine the effects of three Short Moderate Intensity Continuous Training (SMICT) exercise programs with different durations, on functional capacity, resting heart rate (RHR) and physical activity enjoyment in sedentary women.

Methods: A randomized clinical trial was performed. 45 sedentary women were randomly allocated to either a: i) 8-minutes short exercise group; ii) 10-minutes short exercise group; and iii) 15-minutes short exercise group. All three groups received a short exercise training program at moderate intensity for 3 sessions/week, over 3 weeks. Before and after the interventions, functional capacity was evaluated through the 6-minute walking test, and RHR with a pulse oximeter. Physical activity enjoyment was measured with the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale after the intervention.

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Key information

Conditions

Sedentary Behavior Behavior

Age range

18 year–25 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Valencia

Valencia, 46010, Spain

About this study

Sedentary lifestyles contribute to 3.2 million annual deaths globally, correlating with increased risks of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and certain cancers. With women showing notably low physical activity rates, implementing tailored exercise interventions becomes crucial to enhance their activity levels and functionality, potentially mitigating risks associated with high resting heart rates linked to increased mortality, particularly from cardiovascular causes.

This was a randomized clinical trial involving 45 sedentary women split into three groups: 8-minute, 10-minute, and 15-minute exercise durations. All groups underwent moderate-intensity short exercise programs, differing only in duration. Functional capacity (measured by the 6-minute walking test) and resting heart rate (RHR) were assessed at baseline and after the 3-week intervention. Physical activity enjoyment was measured at the intervention's end.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Female
  • Must be not regularly physically active for more than one month.
  • Must be between 18 and 25 years of age.
  • Must present a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5-24.9 kg/m2.

Exclusion criteria

  • BMI≥25 kg/m2.
  • Suffer from musculoskeletal or neurological diseases.
  • Women with precarious medical conditions.
  • Use of medications.

Treatment and study plan

Exercise

Other

Exercise with a cycle ergometer in three phases:

  • Warm-up: the exercise intensity was determined at 50-60% of HRmax obtained in the effort test, and lasted 2 minutes.
  • Short exercise at moderate intensity for 8, 10 or 15 minutes according to group allocation. The exercise was cycling at 75% HRmax determined with an effort test.
  • Cool down: the exercise intensity was determined at 50-60% of HRmax obtained in the effort test, and lasted 2 minutes.

Primary outcomes

  1. Functional capacity

    Time frame: Up to 3 weeks

    6-minutes walking test (6MWT). This test consists of calculating the distance covered by the participant who was instructed to walk as quickly as possible along a 30-meter hallway without running for six minutes. Greater number of meters covered, better functional capacity.

  2. Resting heart rate

    Time frame: Up to 3 weeks

    Resting heart rate was measured with a pulse oximeter. The normal values for oxygen saturation (SpO2) in healthy adults measured by a pulse oximeter are 95% to 100%

  3. Physical activity enjoyment

    Time frame: Up to 3 weeks

    Physical activity enjoyment was measured with a modified version of the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale (PACES). The scale is comprised of 17 items that are assessed using a 7-point bipolar scale. The final enjoyment score is calculated, and possible scores range from 17 (representing not enjoyable) to 68 (indicating neutral) to 119 (reflecting enjoyable). The higher score indicates greater enjoyment.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Valencia

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Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Short Moderate-intensity Continuous Training With Different Durations on Sedentary Women's Functional Capacity and Physical Activity Enjoyment. A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Important dates

Study start
2022
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Feb 5, 2024
Registry last updated
Feb 5, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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