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Aerobic Training and Non-Exercise Physical Activity

The Intervention Composed of Aerobic Training and Non-Exercise Physical Activity (I-CAN)

Status
Completed
Phases
NA
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT02010060
Acronym
I-CAN
Enrollment
45
Registered
2013-12-12
Start date
2014-02-28
Completion date
2017-06-30
Last updated
2024-10-31

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Central Obesity, Obesity

Keywords

Exercise training, Non-exercise physical activity, pedometers

Brief summary

This study will determine the health benefits of combining exercise training and increasing the amount of physical activity in daily life on the fat around the abdomen, weight, fitness and sensitivity to insulin. Volunteers will participate in one of three groups for 6 months: 1) a control group, 2) exercise training only, or 3) exercise training and increasing physical activity outside of training. The exercise training will follow the public health recommendations for exercise (150 minutes/week of moderate exercise). The group increasing physical activity along with exercise training will be asked to increase physical activity in their daily life (up to 3,000 step/day above their current levels through the use of step counters), and meetings focused on behavior modification. The investigators hypothesize that combining aerobic training and additional physical activity after training will have the most profound reduction on waist circumference and body composition.

Detailed description

The Intervention Composed of Aerobic Training and Non-Exercise Physical Activity (I-CAN) study will investigate the effects of aerobic exercise training and increasing the amount of physical activity outside of training (Non-EX PA) on waist circumference, weight, and other cardiovascular disease risk factors in a prospective pilot trial. The investigators will randomize sedentary (\<6,500 steps per day) obese adults with at least one additional cardiovascular risk factor (N= 45) to a: (1) structured aerobic exercise program with no intervention on Non-Ex PA (AERO group, N=15); (2) structured aerobic exercise program with the additional goal of increasing Non-EX PA (AERO-PA group, N=15), or (3) a non-exercise control group (CON, N=15) for 6 months. Exercise groups will participate in the same aerobic training program (50 to 75% VO2 max), designed to be consistent with public health recommendations of 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity. Non-Ex PA in the AERO group will be tracked throughout the entire 6 month intervention with pedometers capable of counting steps, but not displaying them to the participant (blind mode capable). The AERO-PA group will progressively increase Non-Ex PA throughout intervention using pedometers (a progressive increase of 1,000 to 3,000 steps per day above baseline levels). The AERO-PA group will also participate in lifestyle counseling grounded in the principles of the behavioral change theories to determine/reinforce strategies to increase Non-Ex PA. The primary outcome measure will be change in waist circumference following the intervention. The results of this pilot study will be used to determine the efficacy/feasibility of the intervention, and power a larger trial as an R01 application.

Interventions

BEHAVIORALAerobic Exercise Training

Individuals randomized to the aerobic exercise training group will participate in 6 months of supervised exercise training. Exercise dose (expressed in kilocalories per kg per week \[KKW\]) during aerobic training will be 8KKW in week 1, 10KKW in week 2 and 12 KKW in week 3. the exercise dose of 12KKW will be maintained throughout the intervention. Pedometers will be worn by participant in blind-mode throughout the intervention, and removed during exercise training sessions. Participants will enter information about whether they wore their pedometer on the study website. Aerobic exercise group participants will be told to make no conscious alterations to their physical activity or dietary habits

BEHAVIORALAerobic Exercise+ Physical Activity

The Aerobic Exercise+ Physical Activity Group will participate in the same supervised exercise training intervention as the Aerobic Exercise Group, but will also increase the amount of non-exercise physical activity in their daily lives. After week 6 of intervention, participants will incrementally increase Non-Ex PA until they reach an average of 3,000 steps/day above baseline. Non-Ex PA will be increased with moderate physical activity consistent with daily living (i.e. leisurely walking in the evening, walking the dog etc.). Participants will also periodically have life-style counseling sessions with instructors with expertise in behavioral change support to their dietary habits

Sponsors

East Carolina University
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
40 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Age: 40 to 65 years * Body mass index: 30-40 * Sedentary status * One additional risk factor for cardiovascular disease * High waist circumference

Exclusion criteria

* Previous heart attack or stroke * Type 1 or type 2 diabetes * Resting systolic blood pressure \>180 mmHg * Resting diastolic blood pressure\>100 mmHg * Plans to be away from the Pitt County area more than 4 weeks in the next 6 months * Currently pregnant or plans to become pregnant * Not full-filling requirements during the screening process * Currently using weight loss medications * Gastric banding surgery

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Change in Waist CircumferenceBaseline and 24 weeksWaist circumference will be measured at the natural waist (midway between the inferior border of the rib cage and the superior aspect of the iliac crest) with a Gulick tape measure. Both landmarks (the inferior border of the ribcage and the superior aspect of the iliac crest) will be marked and the distance will be measured to determine the appropriate measurement site. Staff will confirm that: 1) the measurement tape remains horizontal; 2) the tape touches the entire circumference of the participant; 3) abdominal tissue is not compressed; 3) the tape measure is not within abdominal folds; 4) the measurement is taken at the end of normal respiration. The measurement will be repeated an additional time, and the reported value will be the average of these measurements. Both measurements must be within 0.5 cm to be considered acceptable for data purposes.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Change in Body FatBaseline to 24 weeksDual-energy X-ray absorptiometry will be used to measure changes in fat and lean mass.
Change in Body WeightBaseline and 24 weeksWeight will be measured using a standardized scale
Change in Cardiorespiratory Fitness (L/Min)Baseline and 24 weeksFitness will be measured using a modified Balke protocol on a treadmill. Participants will walk at an initial speed of 2.0 mph with 0% grade for the first 3 minutes after which the treadmill speed will increase to 3.0 mph for the next 3 minutes. The treadmill grade will be increased by 2.5% every 3 minutes until volitional exhaustion. Respiratory gases (VO2, CO2) and ventilation will be measured continuously using a True Max 2400 Metabolic Measurement Cart (Parvomedics, Salt Lake City Utah).
Change in Insulin SensitivityBaseline and 24 WeeksInsulin sensitivity was measured using an oral glucose tolerance test. With the results of the oral glucose tolerance test at baseline, insulin sensitivity was calculated with the Matsuda index. Insulin sensitivity was calculated with Matsuda index: \[10,000 / √glucose minute 0 x insulin minute 0) (mean glucose (OGTT) x mean insulin OGTT)\]. A higher result is better.
Change in Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)Baseline and 24 weeksLDL level will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and follow-up.
Change in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)Baseline and 24 WeeksHDL cholesterol level will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and follow-up
Change in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)Baseline and 24 weeksTotal cholesterol will be measured by a blood sample at baseline and 24 weeks
Change in GlucoseBaseline and 24 weeksGlucose concentration from a fasting blood sample will be measured at baseline and follow-up
Change in C-reactive ProteinBaseline and 24 weeksHigh sensitivity c-reactive protein (inflammatory marker) will be measured at baseline and follow-up
Changes in StepsBaseline and 24 WeeksParticipants will wear an accelerometer for seven consecutive days, 24-hrs/day. The amount of steps will be calculated
Change in Caloric Intake (Kilocalories)Baseline and 24 weeksFood Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) contains approximately 105 items grouped by categories and is completed for both frequency of consumption as well as portion size selections by the individual. The questionnaire, upon completion, provides estimated daily intake values for selected nutrients (kilocalories, macronutrients, and micronutrients) and provides information on food group servings.
Change in InsulinBaseline and 24 WeeksInsulin level will be measured from a fasting blood sample at baseline and at 24 weeks
Change in Triglyceride LevelBaseline and 24 WeeksChange in triglycerides will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and 24 weeks

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

Participants were recruited from the local Greenville, NC area. Participants were recruited through flyers, the local newspaper, and email list in the Greenville area.

Pre-assignment details

Participant could be excluded from enrollment prior to randomization if they do not meet the criteria for enrollment, failure to comply with the requirements of the study pre-enrollment period (e.g. do not schedule study visit) or medical issues are discovered during the screening process that would make them ineligible for enrollment.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Control
The goal of this group is to maintain their current lifestyle habits during the intervention. participants are asked to make no conscious changes to their physical activity or dietary habits.
15
Aerobic Exercise Training
The Aerobic training group will participate in 6 months of aerobic training and asked to make no conscious alterations in their physical activity outside of exercise session, or dietary habits Aerobic Exercise Training: Individuals randomized to the aerobic exercise training group will participate in 6 months of supervised exercise training. Exercise dose (expressed in kilocalories per kg per week \[KKW\]) during aerobic training will be 8KKW in week 1, 10KKW in week 2 and 12 KKW in week 3. the exercise dose of 12KKW will be maintained throughout the intervention. Pedometers will be worn by participant in blind-mode throughout the intervention, and removed during exercise training sessions. Participants will enter information about whether they wore their pedometer on the study website. Aerobic exercise group participants will be told to make no conscious alterations to their physical activity or dietary habits
15
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical Activity
The goal of this group is to perform 6 months of aerobic exercise and increase the amount of physical activity outside of their training sessions. They will be asked to make no conscious changes to their dietary habits Aerobic Exercise+ Physical Activity: The Aerobic Exercise+ Physical Activity Group will participate in the same supervised exercise training intervention as the Aerobic Exercise Group, but will also increase the amount of non-exercise physical activity in their daily lives. After week 6 of intervention, participants will incrementally increase Non-Ex PA until they reach an average of 3,000 steps/day above baseline. Non-Ex PA will be increased with moderate physical activity consistent with daily living (i.e. leisurely walking in the evening, walking the dog etc.). Participants will also periodically have life-style counseling sessions with instructors with expertise in behavioral change support to their dietary habits
15
Total45

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000FG001FG002
Overall StudyInjury010
Overall StudyLost to Follow-up122

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicControlAerobic Exercise TrainingAerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityTotal
Absolute fitness2.0 L/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.5
2.1 L/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 0.6
2.0 L/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5
2.0 L/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5
Age, Categorical
<=18 years
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Age, Categorical
>=65 years
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Age, Categorical
Between 18 and 65 years
15 Participants15 Participants15 Participants45 Participants
Age, Continuous54.1 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.5
49.7 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.5
54.1 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.3
52.6 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.6
baseline steps4479.3 steps/day
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1285.9
4899.3 steps/day
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1186.3
4528.3 steps/day
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1296
4635.6 steps/day
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1242.7
Body fat percentage44.7 Percent
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.7
46.1 Percent
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.2
46.2 Percent
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6
45.7 Percent
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.2
Body mass index35.3 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.8
36.6 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.7
36.2 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5
36.0 kg/m^2
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.8
C-reactive protein1.8 mg/L
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1
4.3 mg/L
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.5
4.0 mg/L
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.1
3.4 mg/L
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3
Glucose96.4 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.5
97.0 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.8
96.3 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.3
96.6 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.2
High density lipoprotein47.3 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.2
45.1 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.8
58.1 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 14.9
50.2 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 12.9
Insulin17.1 μU·mL-1
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.7
14.4 μU·mL-1
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.8
17.1 μU·mL-1
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.8
16.2 μU·mL-1
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.5
Insulin Sensitivity2.9 index
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.4
4.9 index
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.7
3.5 index
STANDARD_DEVIATION 1.5
3.7 index
STANDARD_DEVIATION 2.5
Low density lipoprotein112.3 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 23.9
204.0 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 25.5
208.1 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 30.4
200.4 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 28.1
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
3 Participants7 Participants4 Participants14 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
12 Participants8 Participants11 Participants31 Participants
Region of Enrollment
United States
15 participants15 participants15 participants45 participants
Relative Fitness20.0 mL/kg/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 4.6
20.3 mL/kg/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.5
20.4 mL/kg/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3
20.2 mL/kg/min
STANDARD_DEVIATION 3.7
Sex: Female, Male
Female
11 Participants13 Participants13 Participants37 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
4 Participants2 Participants2 Participants8 Participants
Total Cholesterol189.0 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 25.8
204.0 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 25.5
208.1 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 30.7
200.4 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 28.1
Triglycerides147.7 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 63.3
118.3 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 59.1
112.9 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 49.4
126.3 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 58.4
Very low density lipoprotein29.5 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 12.8
23.6 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.8
22.5 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.7
25.2 mg/dL
STANDARD_DEVIATION 11.7
Waist circumference106.8 cm
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.5
105.2 cm
STANDARD_DEVIATION 10.5
103.6 cm
STANDARD_DEVIATION 6.7
105.2 cm
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.6
Weight98.6 kg
STANDARD_DEVIATION 12.8
102.9 kg
STANDARD_DEVIATION 19.8
97.6 kg
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.6
99.7 kg
STANDARD_DEVIATION 14.4

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
EG002
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 150 / 150 / 15
other
Total, other adverse events
0 / 150 / 150 / 15
serious
Total, serious adverse events
0 / 150 / 150 / 15

Outcome results

Primary

Change in Waist Circumference

Waist circumference will be measured at the natural waist (midway between the inferior border of the rib cage and the superior aspect of the iliac crest) with a Gulick tape measure. Both landmarks (the inferior border of the ribcage and the superior aspect of the iliac crest) will be marked and the distance will be measured to determine the appropriate measurement site. Staff will confirm that: 1) the measurement tape remains horizontal; 2) the tape touches the entire circumference of the participant; 3) abdominal tissue is not compressed; 3) the tape measure is not within abdominal folds; 4) the measurement is taken at the end of normal respiration. The measurement will be repeated an additional time, and the reported value will be the average of these measurements. Both measurements must be within 0.5 cm to be considered acceptable for data purposes.

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Waist Circumference-1.3 cm
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Waist Circumference-1.9 cm
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Waist Circumference-4.1 cm
p-value: 0.074ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in waist circumference between AERO and CONp-value: 0.684ANCOVA
Comparison: Comparison between the AERO group and the AERO-PA groupp-value: 0.18ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Body Fat

Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry will be used to measure changes in fat and lean mass.

Time frame: Baseline to 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Body Fat0.071 percent of body fat
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Body Fat-0.71 percent of body fat
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Body Fat-1.35 percent of body fat
Comparison: Change in body fat between the AERO-PA group and the CON groupp-value: 0.011ANCOVA
p-value: 0.16ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in body fat between the AERO and AERO-PA groupp-value: 0.258ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Body Weight

Weight will be measured using a standardized scale

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Body Weight-0.44 kg
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Body Weight-1.11 kg
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Body Weight-2.38 kg
Comparison: Comparison of body weight between the CON and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.104ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in body weight between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.578ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in body weight between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.3ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Caloric Intake (Kilocalories)

Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) contains approximately 105 items grouped by categories and is completed for both frequency of consumption as well as portion size selections by the individual. The questionnaire, upon completion, provides estimated daily intake values for selected nutrients (kilocalories, macronutrients, and micronutrients) and provides information on food group servings.

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Caloric Intake (Kilocalories)-553.2 kcals
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Caloric Intake (Kilocalories)-264.3 kcals
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Caloric Intake (Kilocalories)-276.9 kcals
Comparison: Change in kilocalories (dietary intake) between CON and AERO-PA groupp-value: 0.226ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in caloric intake between the CON and the AERO groupsp-value: 0.215ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in caloric intake (kilocalories) between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.957ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Cardiorespiratory Fitness (L/Min)

Fitness will be measured using a modified Balke protocol on a treadmill. Participants will walk at an initial speed of 2.0 mph with 0% grade for the first 3 minutes after which the treadmill speed will increase to 3.0 mph for the next 3 minutes. The treadmill grade will be increased by 2.5% every 3 minutes until volitional exhaustion. Respiratory gases (VO2, CO2) and ventilation will be measured continuously using a True Max 2400 Metabolic Measurement Cart (Parvomedics, Salt Lake City Utah).

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)
ControlChange in Cardiorespiratory Fitness (L/Min)0.01 Liters/minute
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Cardiorespiratory Fitness (L/Min)0.094 Liters/minute
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Cardiorespiratory Fitness (L/Min)0.28 Liters/minute
Comparison: Change in cardiorespiratory fitness (L/min) between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.002ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in cardiorespiratory fitness (L/min) AERO and CON groupsp-value: 0.314ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in cardiorespiratory fitness (L/min) between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.041ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in C-reactive Protein

High sensitivity c-reactive protein (inflammatory marker) will be measured at baseline and follow-up

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in C-reactive Protein0.83 mg/L
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in C-reactive Protein0.51 mg/L
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in C-reactive Protein0.34 mg/L
Comparison: Change in systemic inflammation between CON and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.489ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in systemic inflammation between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.652ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in systemic inflammation between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.822ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Glucose

Glucose concentration from a fasting blood sample will be measured at baseline and follow-up

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Glucose1.0 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Glucose-1.6 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Glucose-0.62 mg/dL
Comparison: Change in glucose level between the CON and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.483ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in glucose between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.274ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in glucose level between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.685ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)

HDL cholesterol level will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and follow-up

Time frame: Baseline and 24 Weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)-1.9 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)-2.2 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in High Density Lipoprotein (HDL)-1.4 mg/dL
Comparison: Change in high density lipoprotein (HDL) between the CON and AERO-PA groupp-value: 0.837ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in high density lipoprotein (HDL) between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.895ANCOVA
p-value: 0.744ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Insulin

Insulin level will be measured from a fasting blood sample at baseline and at 24 weeks

Time frame: Baseline and 24 Weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Insulin-3.7 μU·mL-1
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Insulin-3.2 μU·mL-1
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Insulin-1.9 μU·mL-1
Comparison: Change in insulin concentration between the CON and AERO-PA groupp-value: 0.337ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in insulin level between the AERO and CON groupsp-value: 0.77ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in insulin concentration between AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.515ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Insulin Sensitivity

Insulin sensitivity was measured using an oral glucose tolerance test. With the results of the oral glucose tolerance test at baseline, insulin sensitivity was calculated with the Matsuda index. Insulin sensitivity was calculated with Matsuda index: \[10,000 / √glucose minute 0 x insulin minute 0) (mean glucose (OGTT) x mean insulin OGTT)\]. A higher result is better.

Time frame: Baseline and 24 Weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Insulin Sensitivity0.84 Index
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Insulin Sensitivity0.25 Index
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Insulin Sensitivity0.75 Index
Comparison: Change in insulin sensitivity between the CON and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.891ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in insulin sensitivity between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.417ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in insulin sensitivity between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.484ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)

LDL level will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and follow-up.

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)2.2 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)-5.2 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL)-8.7 mg/dL
Comparison: Change in Low density lipoprotein (LDL) between the CON and the AERO groupsp-value: 0.274ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in Low density lipoprotein (LDL) between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.461ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in Low density lipoprotein (LDL) between AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.739ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)

Total cholesterol will be measured by a blood sample at baseline and 24 weeks

Time frame: Baseline and 24 weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)6.1 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)-5.4 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)-12.3 mg/dL
Comparison: Change in total cholesterol (mg/dL)p-value: 0.067ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in total cholesterol (mg/dL) between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.254ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in total cholesterol (mg/dL) between AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.501ANCOVA
Secondary

Change in Triglyceride Level

Change in triglycerides will be measured from a blood sample at baseline and 24 weeks

Time frame: Baseline and 24 Weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChange in Triglyceride Level-1.6 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChange in Triglyceride Level9.6 mg/dL
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChange in Triglyceride Level-11.7 mg/dL
Comparison: Change in triglyceride level between the AERO-PA and CON groupsp-value: 0.456ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in triglyceride level between the CON and AERO groupsp-value: 0.422ANCOVA
Comparison: Change in triglyceride level between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: 0.136ANCOVA
Secondary

Changes in Steps

Participants will wear an accelerometer for seven consecutive days, 24-hrs/day. The amount of steps will be calculated

Time frame: Baseline and 24 Weeks

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)
ControlChanges in Steps-58.4 steps per day
Aerobic Exercise TrainingChanges in Steps191.3 steps per day
Aerobic Exercise+ Physical ActivityChanges in Steps2324.5 steps per day
Comparison: Changes in steps between the CON and the AERO groupp-value: 0.648ANCOVA
Comparison: Changes in steps between the CON group and the AERO-PA groupp-value: <0.001ANCOVA
Comparison: Changes in steps between the AERO and AERO-PA groupsp-value: <0.001ANCOVA

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