Abstract

Aim: To find the effect of aerobic exercise training on energy expenditure by physiological cost index in obese individuals. Background: Obese individual tend to expend more energy in any particular task as compared to normal weight individuals. Aerobic exercise has been the subject of investigation to improve energy expenditure. Methodology: This was an experimental pre/post study. 30 obese individuals between the age group of 18-28 years were included in the study. All the 30 individuals were divided in a group of 5 each. The difference of pre to post PCI week 1 of each subjects was calculated before the exercise programme. The individuals then underwent a group aerobic exercise training,training was imparted for 3 days for 4 consecutive weeks. The training program included warm up, training phase and cool down. The difference of pre to post PCI week 4 was then calculated. The data was statistically analyzed using student paired t test. Results: Aerobic exercise showed a significant decrease in the physiological coast index after 4 weeks. (p = <0.0001*). Conclusion: A 4 week aerobic exercise training is effective in improving energy expenditure in obese individuals.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.