"COMPARATIVE EFFECTS of REDUCED EXERTION HIGH INTENSITY TRAINING (REHIT) VERSUS HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT) on ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASURES in OVERWEIGHT and OBESE ADULTS"

Not Applicable

Active, not recruiting

• Conditions: Overweight and Obesity
• Interventions: Other: Reduced Exertion High Intensity Training (REHIT); Other: High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

• Registration Number: NCT06609954
• Lead Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad

Brief Summary

Obesity is a global health concern associated with an increased risk of cardio-metabolic diseases and reduced overall health. Exercise is a proven modality for managing obesity, with current focus of researches on identifying more time-efficient modes of exercise training. REHIT and HIIT have proven benefits but comparative effects of REHIT and HIIT in overweight and obese adults is yet to be determined. Hence the objective of this study is to compare the effects of reduced exertion high intensity training (REHIT) versus high intensity interval training (HIIT) on anthropometric measures (weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, waist-to-hip ratio), CUN-BAE adiposity index and cardiorespiratory fitness in overweight and obese adults.

Detailed Description

Obesity is a global health concern associated with an increased risk of cardio-metabolic diseases and reduced overall health. Exercise is a proven modality for managing obesity, with current focus of researches on identifying more time-efficient modes of exercise training. REHIT and HIIT have proven benefits but comparative effects of REHIT and HIIT in overweight and obese adults is yet to be determined.The significance of this study is to compare the effects of reduced exertion high intensity training (REHIT) versus high intensity interval training (HIIT) and will also investigate the effectiveness of REHIT as an alternative for overweight and obese individuals who perceive HIIT as too demanding. If found effective, it can also help in providing training protocol for optimizing cardiovascular health in this population, potentially leading to improved outcomes and reduced healthcare burdens. The results of this study will also add data to literature regarding the effects of REHIT and HIIT on anthropometric measures in overweight and obese. Main objective of this study is to compare the effects of reduced exertion high intensity training (REHIT) versus HIIT on anthropometric measures (weight, waist circumference, hip circumference, waist-to-hip ratio), CUN-BAE adiposity index and Cardiorespiratory fitness in overweight and obese individuals. The participants meeting the eligibility criteria will be recruited followed by random allocation to one of the 2 groups, following which they will be required to complete a self-reported demographic form and will be screened using Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q). Baseline evaluation will be done using tape measure for anthropometric, assessment of waist circumference and hip circumference, CUN-BAE index for adiposity and Queen's College step test for cardio-respiratory fitness. Experimental group A will perform REHIT while experimental group B will perform HIIT. Participants will also be provided with dietary restriction plan that will be followed during the training protocol. Exercise training would be performed for consecutive 6 weeks, 3 times a week on alternative days for total of 18 sessions.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-06-10
• Status Verified: 2024-08
• Study First Submitted: 2024-09-20
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-09-20
• Last Update Submitted: 2024-09-20
• Study First Posted: 2024-09-24
• Last Update Posted: 2024-09-24
• Primary Completion: 2024-12-10
• Study Completion: 2024-12-30

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 42

Inclusion Criteria

Not provided

Exclusion Criteria

Not provided

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Arm && Interventions

Group	Intervention	Description
Reduced Exertion High intensity Training (REHIT) Group	Reduced Exertion High Intensity Training (REHIT)	Participant will perform a 5 min warm-up exercises then do cycling or treadmill running for 20 min at 40%-60% of HRR and then will conclude with 5 min cool down exercises. From week 2 to 6 participants will be instructed to perform training sessions on a cycle ergometer.A 3-minute cool-down period will conclude each session. Patients in this group will be provided with a caloric restriction plan by a nutritionist that will be followed throughout the training duration.
High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)	High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)	Participant will perform a 5 min warm-up exercises then do cycling or treadmill running for 20 min at 40%-60% of HRR and then will conclude with 5 min cool down exercises. From week 2 to 6 participants will be instructed to perform a warm up of 5 min, then 4 bouts of 4 min of HIIT will be performed at 80%-95% of HRR separated by 3-min active recovery periods of moderate intensity cycling at 60%-70% of the HRR followed by 5 min cool down exercises. Patients in this group will be provided with a caloric restriction plan by a nutritionist that will be followed throughout the training duration.

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Waist circumference	6 weeks	Will be measured using a cloth tape measure. Waist circumference will be measured at the level of the smallest circumference above the umbilicus and below the xiphoid appendix.
Hip Circumference:	6 weeks	Measure at the widest point of the hips, with feet together
Waist-to-hip Ratio:	6 weeks	To determine the waist-to-hip ratio, divide the WC by the HC
Cardiorespiratory fitness	6 weeks	Cardiorespiratory Fitness will be assessed via Queens College step test.
Adiposity index	6 weeks	Evaluation will be done using CUN-BAE INDEX (Clínica Universidad de Navarra-Body Adiposity Estimator)

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Foundation University College of Physical Therapy; 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan