University of Hail
Ahmed Abdel Moneim Ibrahim
The main purpose of this study is to compare the impact of low versus moderate-intensity aerobic training in post-COVID 19 older subjects. On exercise adherence and changes in physical fitness, psychological status, and quality of life after a 10-week intervention.
COVID-19
Aerobic Exercises
Elderly
aerobic exercise
Not Applicable
Study Type : | Interventional |
Estimated Enrollment : | 72 participants |
Masking : | Double |
Primary Purpose : | Treatment |
Official Title : | A Randomized Controlled Trial Examining the Impact of Low Versus Moderate-intensity Aerobic Training in Post-discharge COVID-19 Older Subjects |
Actual Study Start Date : | August 15, 2022 |
Estimated Primary Completion Date : | October 30, 2022 |
Estimated Study Completion Date : | December 1, 2022 |
Arm | Intervention/treatment |
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Experimental: moderate intensity aerobic training The exercises were conducted at a heart rate of 50-70% of maximum heart rate for 30 minutes. Exercises were included strengthening muscles groups (shoulder flexors, extensors, abductor's muscles, hip flexors, extensor muscles, knee flexors, extensor muscles, abdominal muscles, and back muscles). |
Other: aerobic exercise |
Experimental: low intensity aerobic training Exercises were performed at 40-50% of the maximum heart rate Starting by 15 minutes of Warm-up time included static stretching of upper and lower body muscles. After that, participants performed 30 minutes of low-intensity aerobic training exercises, which included 20 minutes on the treadmill, followed by 10 minutes of cooling down. A set of 5-10 exercises was performed by each muscle group, three sets per exercise were performed, and 10-15 repetitions per series were performed 4 days per week |
Other: aerobic exercise |
Ages Eligible for Study: | 60 Years to 80 Years |
Sexes Eligible for Study: | All |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | No |
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Hail University Poly Clinic
Hail, Saudi Arabia, 2442