The health conditions studied in this research were related to cardiometabolic and cardiorespiratory wellness among transgender and cisgender young adults. The study focused on individuals with potential risks of metabolic imbalance, such as elevated glucose, cholesterol, LDL, and body fat levels, along with reduced cardiorespiratory endurance and physical performance capacity commonly associated with sedentary lifestyles. It also explored the physiological differences in body composition, agili
Conditions
Interventions
Participants in Arm 1 will perform supervised High Intensity Circuit Training consisting of four four minute exercise bouts at near peak heart rate separated by three minute active recovery intervals.
Active Comparator Behavioral,Active Comparator Behavioral
High Intensity Circuit Training Cisgender Group,High Intensity Circuit Training Transgender Group
Sponsors
None listed
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
16 Years to 27 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Our inclusion criteria were male individuals and transmale aged 16-27 years, who were included with authorization from the Punjab School Education Department.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Any form of physical or mental disability, a history of a chronic illness linked to cardiovascular risk conditions, a history of major surgery, diabetes, hepatitis, dyspnea, asthma, congestive heart failure, or MI were all grounds for exclusion.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Cardiometabolic parameters 4 weeks Measurement of blood glucose, cholesterol, uric acid, and ketone bodies using urine and blood analysis devices such as Best Check 3 in 1 analyzer,Cardiovascular parameters 4 weeks Measurement of blood glucose, cholesterol, uric acid, and ketone bodies using urine and blood analysis devices such as Best Check 3 in 1 analyzer,Body composition 4 WEEKS Body weight, BMI, body fat percentage, and waist to hip ratio measured using analytical scale and measuring tape,Quality of life 4 WEEKS Assessed using World Health Organization Quality of Life Brief version WHOQOL BREF and Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire PAR Q | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Physical performance 4 WEEKS Agility test, vertical jump height, and Physical Efficiency Index calculated using test duration and heart rate recovery | — |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Public ContactMaliha Khalid Khan
Muhammad Institute of Medical and Allied Sciences, Multan, Pakistan.
Outcome results
None listed