metabolic syndrome
Conditions
Interventions
The aerobic training (AT) group:The AT group engaged in a series of aerobic exercises. In each session, participants were instructed to run on a treadmill for 15 minutes followed by 10 minutes of walk
The resistance training (RT) group:The RT group performed different resistance?exercises using weight machines and free weights, specifically including chest press, back extension, shoulder?press, leg
The high aerobic combined with low resistance training (HALRT) group:The HALRT group was prescribed two sessions of aerobic exercises and one session of resistance exercise per week, according to the
The high resistance combined with low aerobic training (HRLAT) group:The HRLAT group was prescribed two sessions of resistance exercises and one session of aerobic exercise each week, according to the
The control group:Participants in the control group received no exercise intervention and were asked to maintain their current lifestyle.
Sponsors
Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: (1) A confirmed diagnosis of Metabolic syndrome; (2) Aged >=60 years; (3) Ability to communicate and collaborate with researchers.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: (1) Cardiac function grade >=2 that might preclude moderate-intensity exercise; (2) Acute infectious disease; (3) Vision loss; (4) Diabetic foot; (5) Inability to complete the aerobic and resistance exercise prescribed in the present study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Fasting plasma glucose;2-hour postprandial blood glucose;total cholesterol;triglyceride;low-density lipoprotein cholesterol;high-density lipoprotein cholesterol;sleep quality; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactYutao Lan
Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
Outcome results
None listed