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Abdominal and Core Exercises on Respiratory Functions in Obese and Overweight Women (COREBREATH)
Sponsor: Ondokuz Mayıs University
Summary
This study aims to examine the effects of an 8-week Pilates-based exercise program on breathing functions in overweight and obese women (BMI ≥ 25). The program includes exercises for abdominal endurance and core stabilization, performed three times a week. Participants will be divided into two groups: an exercise group and a control group. Before and after the program, measurements will include lung function (spirometry), breathing rate, breath-holding time, abdominal mobility, core endurance (curl-up test), and quality of life (SF-36 questionnaire). The goal is to find out whether this type of exercise can improve breathing and overall health in women with excess weight.
Official title: Effects of Abdominal Endurance and Core Stabilization Exercises on Respiratory Functions in Overweight and Obese Women
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
48
Start Date
2025-12-15
Completion Date
2026-01-15
Last Updated
2025-12-04
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Pilates-Based Core and Breathing Exercise Program
An 8-week supervised Pilates-based exercise program for overweight and obese women, focusing on abdominal endurance and core stabilization. Sessions (3/week) include diaphragmatic breathing, use of reformer and cadillac equipment, and structured warm-up, main, and cool-down phases.
Locations (2)
Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi
Samsun, Atakum, Turkey (Türkiye)
Fizyoterapist Reyhan Arzum Apraş Özel Sağlık Meslek Hizmet Birimi
Çorum, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)