Nutritional, Metabolic, Endocrine
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
University of Sfax
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Male
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Male participants aged 21 to 55 years Body mass index (BMI) = 25 kg/m² (overweight or obese) Regular observance of Ramadan fasting for at least three consecutive years Physically active lifestyle (practicing recreational sports or regular physical activity) Ability to provide written informed consent Willingness to comply with study procedures and attend scheduled training sessions
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Current smokers Diagnosed cardiovascular disease Diagnosed metabolic disease (diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders) Diagnosed renal disease Diagnosed hepatic disease Use of medications known to influence glucose or lipid metabolism Musculoskeletal limitations affecting exercise participation Incomplete participation in baseline or post-intervention assessments Adherence below 83 percent of prescribed training sessions (less than 10 out of 12 sessions)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Maximal Aerobic Speed (VMA) measured using the Vameval field test;Body Mass Index (BMI) calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared;Fat Mass (kg) assessed by segmental multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance analyzer (Tanita MC-780MA) | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Waist Circumference (cm) and Hip Circumference (cm) measured using standardized anthropometric tape according to WHO procedures;Body Composition parameters including fat-free mass, lean mass, total body water, basal metabolic rate, and visceral fat rating assessed by bioelectrical impedance;Biochemical markers including hepatic enzymes (AST, ALT), lipid profile (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL), glucose metabolism (fasting glucose, insulin, HOMA-IR), inflammatory markers (C-reactive protein), renal function (urea, creatinine), electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride), and plasma osmolality;Sleep Quality assessed by Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) including sleep duration, sleep efficiency, and subjective sleep quality;Health-Related Quality of Life assessed by SF-36 questionnaire evaluating 8 domains: physical functioning, role physical, bodily pain, general health, vitality, social functioning, role emotional, and mental health;Cognitive-Motor Performance assessed by simple visual reaction time test using computerized PsyToolkit software;Blood Pressure (systolic and diastolic in mmHg) measured using validated automated digital sphygmomanometer after 10-minute rest | — |
Countries
Tunisia
Contacts
Public ContactHamza Baati
High Institute of Sport and Physical Education of Sfax
Outcome results
None listed