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Filter by:Gut microbiota are all microorganisms including bacteria and microscopic eukaryotes that live in the digestive tracts of humans or mammals. During the last decade, some authors highlighted that a link exists between gut microbiota and sport performance. In this project, we hypothesize that gut microbiota is able to adapt to the energy needs of the body, really higher in top-level athletes or considerably lower in inactive individuals. In this context, this clinical study aims to characterize the bacterial metagenome of gut microbiota from populations located in a continuum from sedentary people to top-level athletes with high (i.e. soccer players), even very high energy needs (i.e. cyclists). The finality of this project is thus to determine if it exists some bacterial profile allowing to characterize, even to predict, the energy metabolism of an athlete and so the probability to be performant in competition.
Recent work in the investigators laboratory has examined the ability of a non-invasive 13CO2 breath-test to assess differences in amino acid oxidation rates and net balance in young healthy males following protein feeding and resistance exercise. The investigators aim to test the efficacy of this non-invasive 13CO2 breath-test to assess for differences in anabolic sensitivity between young and older adults following an acute period of habitual and reduced physical activity.
This study will explore the effectiveness of a Health Action Process Approach (HAPA) mobile health (mHealth) intervention on reducing sedentary behaviour and perceived stress in desk-based office workers. Half of participants will receive a mHealth HAPA intervention consisting of a theory-driven behavioural counselling session and weekly HAPA based worksheets delivered through a mobile application. The other half of participants will act as a control group and will receive no intervention or information past the letter of information. The study will take place over eight weeks, with the first four weeks acting as the intervention period and a follow-up at the end of week eight.
This randomized controlled trial (RCT) will aim to examine the effect of a 12-week behavioural intervention on changing the sedentary behaviours (SB) of prostate cancer survivors (PCS) compared to a control group (FitBit-only group). PCS in the intervention group will receive a FitBit and 6 behavioural support sessions with a movement specialist guided by behavioural theory (i.e., the Multi-Process Action Control [M-PAC]). The FitBit-only group will only receive a FitBit and access to public health resources on physical activity (PA). The primary purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy of the intervention on changing SB of PCS immediately following the 12-week intervention and 6-months later. It is hypothesized that that the intervention will decrease their SB compared to the FitBit-only control condition at both timepoints. This trial will also examine the effect of the intervention on changing PA, motivational outcomes from the M-PAC framework, sleep quality, social support, physical function, quality of life, fatigue, disability and mental health compared to the active control condition.
Compression garments are used to exert external pressure on the lower extremities to reduce vascular wall tension and prevent gravity form pooling blood in the lower extremities which will improve venous return and lymphatic output. Given the nature of video game play, sitting for prolonged periods of time without an active break is the perfect scenario to put these players at risk for deep vein thromboses (DVTs). Graduated compression wear may offer significant health benefits to this rapidly expanding sport. This study is essential to the formation of effective performance wear to reduce health risks in a gaming population.
The aim of this study is to advance understanding of behavioural risk factors for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes in Singapore.
This pilot and feasibility study will enroll newly pregnant women at risk for high sedentary behavior (SED) and elevated APO risk (n=53) and will randomize them to either a SED reduction intervention or control. Research aims include to: 1) demonstrate our ability to decrease SED and increase standing and light activity in pregnant women; 2) evaluate feasibility; and 3) gather preliminary effects on clinical outcomes including APOs, cardiometabolic risk factors, well-being, and fetal outcomes.
To compare the effects of Circuit training and aerobic exercise on cardiopulmonary fitness among Sedentary elderly population
The Isoped (patented) is a portable medical device that provides a safe and engaging opportunity for regular physical activity to those with limited mobility and difficulties with performing traditional exercise tasks. It is a tool designed to encourage regular and repeated low impact movement of the lower extremities that can improve blood flow and lead to improved cardiovascular function. By restoring healthier cardiovascular tone, Isoped users may be able to progress to more demanding activities leading to a healthy lifestyle change. Experiencing these improvements can boost confidence, mood, and overall quality of life. Isoped users can exercise while sitting at a desk, watching television, or in a rehabilitation facility. The lightweight device sits on the floor beneath the user's feet and can be operated from a seated, reclined, or supine position. Circulation and lower extremities' blood flow increase as the feet slide the pedals in a forward and backward movement similar to a shuffling walk or in cross-country skiing. Resistance load can be controlled by the user for a customized experience using a smartphone app. Physical exercise is widely recommended as a primary treatment by physicians to improve circulation and prevent cardiovascular diseases associated with physical inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle. Isoped is a healthy and innovative alternative to pharmacological, surgical or other treatment modalities.
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of Neuromuscular Integrative Action (NIA) and Pilates exercises on physical fitness and psychological effects in sedentary women. 20-45 years old 43 sedentary females were randomly divided into Pilates and NIA groups. The 6-Minute Walking Test (6MWT), the Sit and Reach Test, and the Static Plunk Test durations were used for the physical fitness level assessment at baseline and at the end of trainings. In addition, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the Beck Anxiety Inventory, and the SF-36 were used to evaluate the psycho-somatic symptoms and health-related quality of life of the participants. Both groups received 60-min exercise sessions 2 days a week for 8 weeks.