Unit:
Department of Physical Education & Sport ScienceLibrary of the School of Physical Education and Sport Science
Supervisors info:
Νικόλαος Γελαδάς, Καθηγητής, Σχολή επιστήμης φυσικής αγωγής και αθλητισμού, Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών
Original Title:
Συνεχής και διαλειμματική προπόνηση: Διαφορές και ομοιότητες στις βιολογικές προσαρμογές των ατόμων με χρόνιες παθήσεις.
Translated title:
Continuous and interval training: Differences and similarities in the biological adaptations of people with chronic diseases.
Summary:
Exercise has a beneficial effect on all systems, organs and functions of the human body and serves as a protective factor of the individual's health. Exercise can also serve as a way out of the pressures of modern life and contribute to alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as improving mental mood, well-being and quality of life. The aim of the research was to compare high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) in people suffering from specific chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes (T2D), obesity, heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). 26 studies with a publication time range of 1999-2019 were included in the analysis. All these studies were identified from the PubMed and Google Scholar platform. HIIT interval training appeared to be superior to continuous MICT in several factors such as insulin and glucose regulation, body composition, left ventricular ejection fraction, maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), and overall endothelial function and quality of life. All of the above as we know are important indicators of strength, health and quality of life. There has been a lot of research suggesting that the demands of HIIT are greater in healthy individuals, let alone those with chronic conditions. But over the years, HIIT has proven to be a remarkably effective method of reducing exercise time and getting exercisers more committed. So, with the right guidance, HIIT interval training can play a leading role in people with chronic conditions, improving biological adaptations and having positive health effects.
Main subject category:
Education - Sport science
Keywords:
high intensity interval training, HIIT, moderate intensity continuous training, MICT, chronic diseases, health.
