Interval training for overweight and obese girls
Impact of Different Interval Training Protocols on Physical, Cardio-metabolic, Lipidomic, Hematological and Psychological Parameters in Young Overweight/Obese Girls
This study is testing if a mix of moderate and high-intensity workouts can help overweight and obese girls aged 12 to 15 improve their health and fitness better than just moderate workouts alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 45 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years to 15 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Association Tunisienne d'Etude & de Recherche sur l'Athérosclérose Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Tunis and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06538714 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of 12 weeks of moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) against a combination of MIIT and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on various health metrics in overweight and obese girls aged 12 to 15. The focus is on assessing improvements in physical fitness, cardiometabolic health, lipid profiles, hematological parameters, and psychological well-being. Participants will be divided into three groups: one receiving MIIT, another receiving MIIT combined with HIIT, and a control group with no intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are overweight or obese girls aged 12 to 15 who can provide consent.
Not a fit: Patients with severe infectious diseases, irregular menstrual cycles, or those who have recently participated in organized exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved physical and mental health outcomes for overweight and obese girls.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with interval training approaches in similar populations, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Female gender, * Overweight or obese according to the BMI classification, * Age, 12 to 15 years, * Personal or parental/guardian written consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe infectious or inflammatory diseases, * Irregular menstrual cycles * Participation in organized exercise training in the last 6 months or additional physical - * recreational activities, except physical education classes. * Using medications, hormone therapy or dietary supplements
Where this trial is running
Tunis and 1 other locations
- ATERA : Association Tunisienne d'Etude & de Recherche sur l'Athérosclérose — Tunis, Tunisia (Recruiting)
- Rabta Hospital — Tunis, Tunisia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Amani Kallel, PhD
- Email: amani.kallel@fmt.utm.tn
- Phone: 96872787
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.