Overweight Students Research Articles

Knock knee deformity and body mass index among the male school students of 9 to 13 years old of chandigarh, India

Abstract Study aim: To study knock knee deformity and the body mass index among male school students of Chandigarh, India. The study also intended to evaluate the association of knock knee deformity with BMI. Material and method: In total, 900 school students were selected, and out of these 300 each were from private, government model and government schools in slum areas. Convenient sampling was employed. The age of the subjects ranged from 9 to 13 years. Height, weight, BMI and intermalleolar distance of selected subjects were assessed. Descriptive statistics, ANOVA and correlation were employed. Results: The highest percentages of obese (11.3%) and overweight (15.3%) students were found in the private schools. The highest percentages of severe knock knee deformity (10.7%) were found in the students of the private schools, whereas 16.7% of students in the government model schools had moderate knock knee deformity. Height, weight and BMI were significantly correlated with knock knee deformity. Conclusion: Body weight among the school students might be associated with the school type, as the problem of obesity and underweight was pervasive in private and government schools. Knock knee deformity was related to the school type and body weight status.

Influence of Aqua Fitness Training Sessions on Improving the Biological Age Indicators in Overweight Female Students

Aim: To experimentally test the influence of aqua fitness training sessions on reducing the rate of aging in overweight female students. Materials and Methods: The research involved 25 female students aged 17-21 who were overweight. All female students were healthy, not obese, and overweight was associated with their unhealthy diet and insufficient motor activity. These female students were formed into experimental (EG, n = 12) and control (CG, n = 13) groups. Aqua fitness was used in the physical education of the EG students, while the CG students were engaged in dance aerobics. Biological age was studied using V. P. Voitenko’s method, which involves assessing the indicators of body weight, arterial blood pressure, static balancing time, and the index of health selfassessment. Results: The author’s methodology of aqua fitness training sessions was developed and experimentally tested, the content of which included specific aerobic, strength and coordination exercises performed against the background of constant tension of the abdominal muscles and reduced load on the joints in the aquatic environment. The positive influence of aqua fitness training sessions according to the author’s methodology on the indicators of body weight, static balancing time, and health self-assessment index was revealed. Conclusions: As a result of aqua fitness training, the EG students had a more significant decrease in the rate of aging of the body than the CG students, which confirms the enhanced health effect of aqua fitness training sessions.

A evaluational study on the effects of weight training, circuit training and aerobics on muscle mass of overweight students

A evaluational study on the effects of weight training, circuit training and aerobics on muscle mass of overweight students

Effects of 4-Week Supplementation of Oat on Body Mass Index, Waist-Hip Ratio and Physical Fitness Performance among Overweight University Students

Introduction: Overweight has become a serious health problem around the world and it is necessary to find the best strategic to prevent it. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the effects of oat consumption for four weeks on body mass index, waist-hip ratio and physical fitness performance among overweight university students. Methodology: A total of 30 subjects (age: 22.7 ± 1.9 years; body weight: 77.5 ± 16.6 kg; body mass index: 29.8 ± 4.8 kg.m-2) participated in this study. Subjects consumed oat twice a day for four weeks. Anthropometry measurements such as body mass index and waist-hip ratio were measured at pre and post of four week intervention study. Physical fitness performance tests such as push-up, sit-up and plank were also measured at pre and post of four weeks intervention study. Results: This study found there was a signification reduction in body weight and body mass index between pre and post of four weeks intervention study (p<0.05). Body weight and body mass index decreased by 1.16 ± 1.36 kg (1.50%) and 0.46 ± 0.48 kg/m2 (1.54%), respectively. However, there was no significant difference in waist-hip ratio between pre and post of four weeks intervention study (p>0.05). For physical fitness performance tests, there were significant improvements in the push-up, sit-up and plank test between the pre and post of four weeks intervention study (p<0.05). Conclusion: This study found that consumption of oat for four weeks was effective in reducing body weight, body mass index and improving physical fitness performance among overweight university students. However, more researches are still warranted to reconfirm these findings at different population and intervention protocols.

Food consumption and weight status among students in the third cycle of basic education and their parents: a cross-sectional study

Introduction: Eating behaviors acquired in childhood tend to be perpetuated in adulthood, so adherence to a healthy diet from an early age becomes important to prevent the onset of the occurrence of diet-related chronic non-communicable diseases. The aim of this study is to evaluate the food consumption of students in the third cycle of basic education and their parents and its relationship with weight status. Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study. Data from 358 students and 318 parents living on Terceira Island (Azores, Portugal) were included in the study. A questionnaire was developed to collect sociodemographic, dietary habits and anthropometric data, this was applied between May and June 2015. A food frequency questionnaire was used, and weight and height were used to calculate the body mass index. A descriptive analysis of the variables under study was performed and the Mann–Whitney’s test was used to compare the means between groups. Results: A high prevalence of pre-obesity/obesity (students: 33.0%; parents: 62.4%) was found. Vegetables are consumed most often by parents while fruits, fast food and sweets are consumed more frequently by students. Normal weight students reported a higher frequency of soy, olive oil, sunflower oil, and sweets compared with overweight students, on the other hand overweight parents reported a higher frequency of consumption of milk, pork, fatty fish, potatoes, vegetables, citrus fruits, and sunflower oil, compared with normal weight parents. Conclusions: Given the high prevalence of pre-obesity/obesity found, as well as the high frequency of consumption of unhealthy foods, it is recommended that health promotion measures be taken in these schools.

Consistency between 3 days' dietary records and 24-h urine in estimating salt intake in children and adolescents.

This study aimed to evaluate the salt intake in boarding school students and the consistency between salt intake measurements based on 24-h urine and weighed dietary records over 3 consecutive days in this population. This was a school-based cross-sectional study. Overweight (including obesity) or hypertensive students aged 6-14 years and their normal counterparts were recruited for this study at three boarding schools in China. Three consecutive 24-h urine samples were collected from all participants. During the collection period of 24-h urine, the weighed diet records were collected in children who had all three meals at the school canteens on weekdays. Incomplete 24-h urine or dietary records were excluded from the analysis. The median salt excretion was 6,218 [4,636, 8,290] mg by 24-h urine and 120 (82.2%) consumed excess salt among the participants. The median salt intake was 8,132 [6,348, 9,370] mg by dietary records and 112 (97.4%) participants consumed excess salt than recommended in participants who have all three meals in the school canteens. In children with complete dietary records and 24-h urine, the level of salt intake estimated by 24-h urine accounted for 79.6% of the dietary records. Our study showed that boarding school students consumed excessive salt from school canteens. Thus, policies or strategies targeting school canteens are urgently needed. Weighed dietary records are recommended if feasible.

Effects of Walking Exercise Program Based on Duration on the Body Composition and Lipid Profile in Overweight and Obesity Female College Students

The lack of physical activity is one factors that causes the increased prevalence of overweight and obesity in Indonesia. A walking exercise program is a simple strategy for weight loss and the prevention of various chronic diseases. This research aims to analyze the effects of walking exercise programs base on duration which involve an increased number of daily steps on the body's composition and lipid profile. The quasi-experimental design included 40 female university students aged 20–30, whose body mass index (BMI) was ≥25 kg/m2. They are divided into two groups: 60 minutes (WE-60) and 40 minutes (WE-40) walking program. All groups performed the program intervention five times per week, carried out for a total of 12 weeks, with a heart rate of 50%-75%. The results showed that an additional 60-minute walking exercise program led to a greater increase in the total daily steps (P<0.001), and it has a significant effect on weight (P=0.005), BMI (P=0.002), WC (P=0.003), visceral fat (P=0.001), fat mass (P=0.001) and the body fat percentage (P=0.007), compared to the 40 minutes walking group intervention. However, the lipid profiles of both groups were not significantly different. In conclusion, the addition of a 60-minute walking exercise program (WE-60) five times per week, improved the daily steps and significantly affected body composition, but it had no significant effect on the lipid profile.

The Association between Physical Activity Status and Mental Wellbeing among Overweight and Obese Female University Students

Introduction: Physical activity (PA) is essential in fighting obesity, and it may also improve one’s mental wellbeing. Nonetheless, the association between PA and mental wellbeing among female university students with non-ideal body mass index (BMI) is still fragmented. Hence, this study aims to determine the association between PA status and mental wellbeing among overweight and obese female students in a university in Malaysia’s East region. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 102 overweight and obese female students. An online survey of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Acreda Scale (WEMWBS-ACREDA) was distributed using convenience sampling and analyzed. Results: The results show that 43.2% of the participants have a high and 18.6% have a low PA level. Meanwhile, the finding revealed that the majority of the participants have a moderate state of mental wellbeing (59.8%). Additionally, physical activity levels were found to be a significant predictor of mental wellbeing in overweight and obese female university students (ᵝ = 0.341, p 0.001). Conclusion: This study proposed that PA may influence the mental wellbeing of female university students with non-ideal BMI. Therefore, incorporating more physical-related activities into their learning objectives may promote a better quality of life during their campus life.

Assessment of nutritional status of secondary vocational education students (on example of medical college)

Relevance. Currently, one of the most common risk factors for young students is eating disorders, manifested by high rates of overweight and obesity among adolescents.The purpose of the study. To study the nature of nutrition and the features of the component composition of the body of medical college students.Materials and methods. The observation group consisted of students of the 1st and 3rd courses of the medical college. Measured: height, body weight, fat-free body weight (BZHMT), fat mass (fat) and its proportion (% fat), active cell mass (ACM) and its proportion (%), the amount and distribution of fluid in the body, metabolic parameters.Results and discussion. Violations of the regularity of food intake, the absence of a number of biologically valuable foods in the daily diet of most students, more often in senior students, more often in girls, were revealed. Students' meals are associated with frequent visits to public catering places. During the period of study, the number of overweight and obese students increases. The results showed an increase in LM, a more pronounced increase in the per cent of LM of the body in young men, a decrease in the proportion of BZHM and AKM in the component composition of the body. The results of the correlation analysis confirmed that the increase in MT and BMI is more due to an increase in adipose tissue in young men. It was found that the BMI in boys is mainly due to the fat component, in girls to the fat and muscle components. They argue the need to develop preventive measures to rationalize the nutrition of students, including on the basis of an educational organization of secondary vocational education and correction of students' motor activity.

Current status and treatment of obesity in Korea

Background: Over the last decade, the male obesity rate in Korea has surged from 36.3% in 2012 to 46.3% in 2021. The proportion of overweight and obese students among elementary, middle, and high school students increased from 22.9% in 2016 to 30.8% in 2021.Current Concepts: Various methods, such as body mass index, waist circumference measurement, and impedance body fat analysis, are used to diagnose obesity. Obesity treatment is needed to establish an individualized treatment plan based on the cause of obesity, and behavioral changes should be induced through dietary therapy and exercise. Drug therapy should be considered in patients who could not lose weight despite non-pharmacological therapies for over 3 months and have one or more cardiovascular risk factors. Behavioral therapy is the core of obesity treatment because of its application as a programmed treatment for weight control and an approach to changing behaviors related to food intake and physical activity. If non-drug treatment does not lead to weight loss, drug therapy should be considered. Along with drug treatment, dietary therapy, exercise, and behavioral therapy are essential. In severely obese patients, surgical intervention can be considered for weight loss, the maintenance of reduced weight, and improvement of obesity-related comorbidities, including type 2 diabetes.Discussion and Conclusion: To successfully treat obesity, a combination of dietary plans, exercise programs, and drug therapy are required according to an accurate assessment of the cause and degree of obesity.

Association of Obesity and Overweight with Different Risk Factors Among Female Public Health Students: A Cross Sectional Study

Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk factor to health. A crude population measure of obesity is the body mass index (BMI), which is used to classify weight status, overweight is the person with a BMI of 25 or more, while a person with a BMI equal to or more than 30 is considered obese.The aim of the study is to assess students' perception on obesity &overweight association with different risk factors, clarify students' knowledge, behaviors and practices that increase risks of obesity, overweight and related diseases correlating all these with the BMI status of the respondents.A cross-sectional study was conducted to achieve the study objectives among female students of public health at Umm Al-Qura University, in which 50% of students (179) were randomly selected using stratified sampling technique.The study clarified that 84% of students understood BMI-obesity relationship, while 16% didn’t know. The study found that the perceptions, knowledge of overweight and obese respondents towards associated risk factors was very low in comparing to normal and underweight respondents, in term of practicing physical activities, study clarified that 79.4%of students were practicing physical activities, their majority were from normal and underweight BMI participants.The study concluded toweakness in the perception, knowledge and practices of students on BMI relation with different risk factors among overweight and obese students although they understood the BMI-Obesity relationship. The study clarified that the knowledge of students on major risk factors of obesity, such as relations with diabetes mellitus type 2, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, among students with normal BMI were acceptable. Study recommended for more concentration in academic activities to change these perceptions.

Efectos del entrenamiento intermitente de alta intensidad sobre el perfil lipídico y la glucosa en sangre en estudiantes universitarios con sobrepeso/obesidad

Introduction: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) involves developing exercises in short periods of time with high intensity, followed by periods of rest between the series of exercises performed, and is considered an important tool to combat obesity. Therefore, the present work aimed to identify the effects of high-intensity intermittent training on the lipid profile in overweight and obese university students. Materials and methods: quasi-experimental study, consisting of a sample of 30 students, who were randomly assigned into two groups of 15 students, thus leaving a control group (continuous training): 15 and an experimental group (intermittent exercise of high intensity: 15. Moreover, there were carried out Laboratory tests before and after training to find the lipid profile. Also, the realization of 20 training sessions, which were distributed three times a week, with an average duration of 50 minutes. Additionally, the performed of statistical tests with a level of statistical significance of p <0.05. Results: there is a statistically significant relationship in the HDL value of the control and experimental group. The Glucose values show statistically significant relationships in the experimental group (p = 0.001). Conclusions: Intermittent high-intensity training and continuous moderate-intensity work generate a decrease in LDL and Triglycerides variables and an increase in HDL. However, they are not statistically significant after 20 training sessions. However, high-intensity intermittent training results in glucose-lowering in overweight and obese people.

Comparison of mobile health education messages verses face-to-face consultation for weight reduction among overweight female adolescents in Thailand.

Background: Obesity is considered a significant public health problem in Thailand. This study was conducted to compare the impact of mobile health education messages verses face-to-face consultation on weight reduction among overweight female university students. Methods: This Quasi-experimental study comprised three groups: a control group, a group receiving mobile health education, and a group receiving face-to-face consultation. Each group contained 26 participants taking part over a period of 12 weeks, with a 12-week follow-up thereafter. The data analysis used two-way repeated measures ANOVA with least significant difference testing. The study was ethically approved at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. Results: The results revealed that the intervention found significant results in weight reduction among the respondents ( p < 0.05). In addition, both intervention groups significantly improved their health belief, social support, and health behavior scores in comparison to the control group ( p < 0.001). The results show that the average scores for social support for eating and exercise at baseline were significantly lower than at post-intervention or follow-up ( p < 0.001). In addition, the results of both aspects of social support showed that the average social support score at post-intervention was significantly higher than at follow-up. Furthermore, the health behavior score measured post-intervention was higher than at follow-up. There was a statistically significant difference in average metabolism during physical activity ( p < 0.001) but no statistical difference in average eating behavior score. Conclusion: The study found that the use of mobile health education to deliver health programs facilitates communication between the healthcare provider and individual, and can empower adolescent females in their pursuit of weight loss by improving their attitudes and knowledge, leading to better health behavior. Keywords Electronic health education, Facebook, health education, health belief model, social support, obesity, Thailand, health behaviors.

Association Between Obesity and Self-Reported Depression Among Female University Students in the United States.

To determine the relationship between obesity and depression among female undergraduate students at Western Illinois University (WIU), Macomb, Illinois. A cross-sectional study using self-reported questionnaires were conducted between August 15, 2019, and December 15, 2019. A cohort of 434 female undergraduate students was retrieved from the study. We determined the association between self-reported diagnosis of depression within the last year and body mass index (BMI)among female students. The prevalence of depression among female undergraduates at WIU was 33.2%. Obese and overweight female undergraduate students had a higher likelihood of being diagnosedwith depression than students with normal BMI (reference), overweight (OR= 1.91; 95% CI 1.11-3.31), obese (OR= 2.20; 95% CI 1.30-3.80). Latino and black students were less likely to report depression than white students, Latino (OR=0.37 95% CI 0.15-0.92), and Black (OR= 0.40; 95% CI 0.18-0.86). There was also a positive association between chronic back pain and development of the diagnosis of depression, (OR=2.26; 95% CI 1.45-3.52). Depression among female undergraduate students is very common in the USA. Obese and overweight female students are more likely to be depressed than students with normal BMI. There is a need for urgent public health interventions to reduce the obesity rate among university students.

The relationship between body image and anthropometric measurements among adolescent girls during menstrual and non-menstrualtime periods: a cross-sectional study.

Introduction: In recent studies, it has been suggested that anxiety about body image increases during menstruation in adolescents and may affect nutritional status. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between adolescents' body images, body perceptions and anthropometric measurements during menstrual and non-menstrual time periods. Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in a private high school between September-November 2021. Participants were adolescent girls aged 14-18. The questionnaire included information about menstruation, anthropometric measurements, and the Body Cathexis Scale (BCS) and Stunkard Figure Rating Scale. Results: The mean age (total=291) was 15.9(1.13) years, body mass index (BMI) was 21.13(3.33) kg/m2, waist circumference was 70.48(8.87) cm and the BCS was 97.39(24.59). The majority of students have normal BMI. However, according to waist circumference 28.5% of the them were obese (≥ 90th percentile). Difference between actual BMIs and body image in the menstrual period was significant (p&lt;0.001), the agreement with each other was slight (K=0.172). There was a significant difference (p&lt;0.001) between actual BMIs and body image in the non-menstrual period and the agreement with each other was moderate (K=0.474). During non-menstrual periods, 79.7% of students with normal BMI perceived their body images as normal, and 70.5% of overweight students perceived as overweight. Conclusions: Since the menstruation is a period in which body image is perceived differently than it is, special consideration of adolescent girls in terms for eating disorders should be encouraged.

Walking and taking vitamin C alleviates oxidative stress and inflammation in overweight students, even in the short-term.

ObjectiveObese or overweight is a risk factor for some chronic diseases, and oxidative stress and inflammation may be one of the molecular mechanisms leading to the persistence of these chronic diseases. Discovering interventions to alleviate oxidative stress and inflammation in the overweight/obese population, is very important for public health and health education.MethodsA two-week panel intervention study (Run 0-Run 1-Run 2) was conducted. The subjects were 77 overweight/obese undergraduates attending Dali University, with a BMI>24 kg/m2. The physical indices measured at the end of each run included BMI, waist circumference, serum ROS, TNF-α, IL-1β and urinary 8-OHdG. Students were allocated to one of four intervention groups: No intervention (control); walking; taking vitamin C; and walking + taking vitamin C.ResultsThe results demonstrated (1) Walking significantly alleviated ROS levels, and this was consistent in Run 1 and Run 2; (2) During Run1, all three intervention modes reduced levels of 8-OHdG, but there was a statistically insignificant increase during Run 2; (3) No alleviating effects of the three intervention modes on TNF-α levels during Run 1 and Run 2 were observed; (4) The alleviating effects of the three intervention modes on IL-1β levels during Run 1 and Run 2 were clear.ConclusionWalking and taking vitamin C can reduce levels of ROS, 8-OHdG and IL-1β, but not TNF-α, in overweight/obese participants. These interventions may become potential preventive measures for the overweight against obese-induced oxidative stress and inflammation.

Development and Effect of Child Obesity Management Program by Applied Nudge.

Background: Child obesity rates are increasing worldwide. In Korea, the proportion of overweight students has steadily increased from 21.8% in 2015 to 25.8% in 2019. Childhood obesity causes mental problems, such as depression and social phobia, due to mental stress, feelings of inferiority, and low self-esteem. Methods: This experimental study aimed to verify the effect of the child obesity management program on body changes (height, weight, obesity degree, body mass index [BMI], body fat percentage), eating habits, exercise habits, obesity knowledge, and social support. This child obesity management program applies the nudge technique based on an ecological model and induces autonomous weight management through environmental control. Results: As results of this study, the child obesity management program using the nudge technique developed in this study improved the height (t = −5.19, p < 0.001), obesity degree (z = −3.28, p = 0.001), BMI (z = −3.22, p = 0.001), exercise habits (t = −2.09, p = 0.040), and obesity knowledge of obese children (z = −2.99, p = 0.003). Conclusions: This multidimensional intervention improved obesity by inducing and sustaining behavioral changes in obese children. Therefore, applying the nudge techniques and multidimensional intervention methods based on ecological model are proposed to increase the effectiveness of the health promotion programs.

The Interactive Role of Family Functioning among BMI Status, Physical Activity, and High-Fat Food in Adolescents: Evidence from Shanghai, China.

Objectives: Family functioning (FF), physical activity (PA), and high-fat food consumption (HF) are associated with adolescents being overweight and obese; however, little is known about their interactions. Therefore, this study aimed to examine how they work jointly on adolescent obesity with BMI as the outcome variable. Methods: A cross-sectional survey utilizing a cluster sampling design was conducted. Multinomial logistic regressions, multiplication interaction (MI), and marginal effects (MEs) were tested. Results: Active PA (non-overweight vs. obesity: OR = 2.260, 95% CI [1.318, 3.874]; overweight vs. obesity: OR = 2.096, 95% CI [1.167, 3.766]), healthy HF (non-overweight vs. obesity: OR = 2.048, 95% CI [1.105, 3.796]) and healthy FF (overweight vs. obesity: OR = 2.084, 95% CI [1.099, 3.952]) reduced obesity risk. Overweight students with healthy FF were less likely to become obese regardless of PA (inactive: OR = 2.181, 95% CI [1.114, 4.272]; active: OR = 3.870, 95% CI [1.719, 8.713]) or HF (unhealthy: OR = 4.615, 95% CI [1.049, 20.306]; healthy: OR = 5.116, 95% CI [1.352, 19.362]). The MEs of inactive PA and unhealthy FF were −0.071, 0.035, and 0.036 for non-overweight, overweight, and obese individuals, respectively (p < 0.05); the MEs of HF and healthy FF individuals were −0.267 and 0.198 for non-overweight and obese individuals, respectively (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Unhealthy FF regulated the influence of inactive PA or unhealthy HF on adolescent obesity, altogether leading to a higher risk of obesity.

The Relationship between Body Mass Index and Grasping Strength in Students of the Medical Education Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, University of Papua

Grip strength as a clinical parameter to assess a person's nutritional status. Body mass index is useful for describing body composition. Differences in Body Mass Index (BMI) values can affect motor performance, postural balance, hand grip muscle strength and quality, lifestyle, physical activity, age and gender. The type of research carried out in this research is observational research, namely by observing students of PSPD FK UNIPA. The observation method used in this study is a cross-sectional observation method. Data collection was carried out in June 2022 using the simple random sampling method. There were 107 samples, the results of which were analyzed by using the Chi-Square test. The results of this study showed that the average number of overweight students was 34 people with a percentage of 31%, normal students amounted to 51 people with a percentage of 47.7% while underweight was 22 people with a percentage of 20.6%. The average grip strength, the respondents with strong gripping strength were 39 people with a percentage of 36.44%, for normal there were 53 people with a percentage of 49.54% while the weak were 15 people with a percentage of 14.02%. The results of the Chi-Square test showed that the significant value of 2-tailed was 0.734 more than 0.05. There is no statistically significant relationship between body mass index and grip strength in PSPD FK UNIPA students.

Plantar pressure alterations associated with increased BMI in young adults

BackgroundDespite evidence suggesting that excess weight is linked to gait alterations and foot disorders, its effect on peak plantar pressure (PPP) variability and complexity during walking remains poorly understood. Research questionThis study aimed to examine the influence of overweight (BMI ≥ 25) on the dynamic PPP distribution during gait using traditional and nonlinear dynamic measures in young college students. MethodsFifty-two overweight (BMI >25, average 29.3 ± 4.02) and sixty-four control college students (BMI<25, 21.7 ± 1.76) aged 18–25 years, walked across a Tekscan gait assessment system at their preferred speed. A t-test or a Mann Whitney U test was used for analysis, subject to data normality. Kinematic, kinetic, spatiotemporal, and GaitEn (sample entropy of 2D spatial PPP maps) for window lengths (m=2) at various filtering levels (r) were used to explore the impact of BMI on PPP alterations. Results and SignificanceThe overweight group exhibited significantly higher mean PPP. The PPP under the forefoot region was also significantly higher for the overweight group as compared to the heel. The mean GaitEn values of overweight and control groups were found significantly different at r = (0.7–0.8) x STD, where GaitEn of the control group was relatively higher, which indicates better gait performance as compared to the overweight group in alignment with previous studies. A significant correlation of GaitEn with STD of PPP was revealed for the overweight group only, suggesting that overweight could significantly change the regularity or the complexity of the PPP series. Although no spatiotemporal parameters (stride length, step length, step width) were significantly affected by the increased BMI, GaitEn dynamic measure, along with spatiotemporal (decrease in gait velocity and cadence with increased BMI), and kinetic measures (increased maximum forces and plantar pressure with increased BMI), were significantly affected by overweight, indicating the feasibility of assessing the impact of increased BMI using pressure platforms in clinical settings.