Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students
Objectives. This study aimed to prove the difference in the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) on increasing aerobic capacity and improving body composition. Materials and methods. This study examined the effects of two different t...
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Objectives. This study aimed to prove the difference in the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) on increasing aerobic capacity and improving body composition.
Materials and methods. This study examined the effects of two different training methods – moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on aerobic capacity and body composition among 30 university students aged 19-22, using a pretest-posttest control group design. Participants were randomly assigned to either the MICT, HIIT, or Control (no training) groups and trained three times a week for four weeks. Aerobic capacity was measured with the 12-Minute Cooper Test, and body composition was assessed using the TANITA BC-545N. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, normality tests and ANOVA tests to evaluate group differences.
Results. The results indicate that HIIT yields greater enhancements in aerobic capacity and body composition (e.g., reduced body fat and increased fat-free mass) compared to MICT, while the CTRL group appears to demonstrate minimal changes. Additionally, no significant differences in BMI were observed between the three groups (p ≥ 0.05).
Conclusions. These findings suggest that HIIT may serve as an effective training approach for individuals seeking optimal fitness gains and improved body composition with shorter exercise durations.
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| spelling | doaj-art-a8f748e7f1a64f1fa86f49b57beb8c4b2025-08-20T02:10:13ZengOVS LLCPhysical Education Theory and Methodology1993-79891993-79972025-03-0125210.17309/tmfv.2025.2.04Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in StudentsArif Bulqini0Andri Suyoko1Machfud Irsyada2Imam Syafii3Nurkholis4David Agus Prianto5Muhammad6Achmad Rizanul Wahyudi7Laily Mita Andriana8Billy Emir Rizkanto9Adi Pranoto10Universitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri SurabayaUniversitas Negeri Surabaya Objectives. This study aimed to prove the difference in the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) on increasing aerobic capacity and improving body composition. Materials and methods. This study examined the effects of two different training methods – moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on aerobic capacity and body composition among 30 university students aged 19-22, using a pretest-posttest control group design. Participants were randomly assigned to either the MICT, HIIT, or Control (no training) groups and trained three times a week for four weeks. Aerobic capacity was measured with the 12-Minute Cooper Test, and body composition was assessed using the TANITA BC-545N. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, normality tests and ANOVA tests to evaluate group differences. Results. The results indicate that HIIT yields greater enhancements in aerobic capacity and body composition (e.g., reduced body fat and increased fat-free mass) compared to MICT, while the CTRL group appears to demonstrate minimal changes. Additionally, no significant differences in BMI were observed between the three groups (p ≥ 0.05). Conclusions. These findings suggest that HIIT may serve as an effective training approach for individuals seeking optimal fitness gains and improved body composition with shorter exercise durations. https://tmfv.com.ua/journal/article/view/3048aerobic capacitybody compositionhealthy lifestyleexercisephysical fitness |
| spellingShingle | Arif Bulqini Andri Suyoko Machfud Irsyada Imam Syafii Nurkholis David Agus Prianto Muhammad Achmad Rizanul Wahyudi Laily Mita Andriana Billy Emir Rizkanto Adi Pranoto Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students Physical Education Theory and Methodology aerobic capacity body composition healthy lifestyle exercise physical fitness |
| title | Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students |
| title_full | Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students |
| title_fullStr | Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students |
| title_full_unstemmed | Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students |
| title_short | Engaging in High-Intensity Interval Training is More Effective than Moderate-Intensity Interval Training in Improving Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition in Students |
| title_sort | engaging in high intensity interval training is more effective than moderate intensity interval training in improving aerobic capacity and body composition in students |
| topic | aerobic capacity body composition healthy lifestyle exercise physical fitness |
| url | https://tmfv.com.ua/journal/article/view/3048 |
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