Effect of Exercise Intensity on Lipid Profile in Sedentary Obese Adults
Background: Exercise is a lifestyle change that has been recommended for lowering atherogenic index in adults. The intensity and duration of exercise to bring about a change in the lipid parameters are yet to be determined. Previous studies examining the effects of exercise intensity on lipid an...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2014-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/4611/8519_CE[Ra1]_F(DK)_PF1(PAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(PAG)_PF2(PN).pdf |
| Summary: | Background: Exercise is a lifestyle change that has been
recommended for lowering atherogenic index in adults. The
intensity and duration of exercise to bring about a change in
the lipid parameters are yet to be determined. Previous studies
examining the effects of exercise intensity on lipid and lipoprotein
levels have reported conflicting findings. Thus we aimed at
determining the changes in lipid profile in sedentary obese adults
influenced by different intensity of exercise.
Methodology: Study included 51 obese adults with sedentary
lifestyle. Participants performed exercise of moderate intensity
(n=22) and high intermittent intensity (n=29) for a duration of
40min/day for 5 days/week and 20 min/day for 3 days/week
respectively on bicycle ergometer for a period of 15 weeks.
Outcome Measures: Pretesting and post testing included
measurement of height, weight, blood pressure and lipid profile.
Statistical Analysis: Results were analysed using the Paired and
Unpaired samples t-test.
Results: Postexercise revealed significant reduction in the LDL-C
and diastolic blood pressure (p<0.05) with the high intensity
exercise group.There was a significant difference in BMI, lipid
profile and blood pressure in both the moderate and high intensity
exercise group.
Conclusion: This study suggests that exercise is “elixir” for a
healthy life. High intermittent intensity can be considered for
individuals who have time constraints and lead a sedentary life
style and moderate intensity exercise advised for individuals who
are willing to create time for their health benefits. A programmed
protocol of exercise will help in reduction of lipid parameters. |
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| ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |