The effect of bodyweight-based high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on VO2 max in obese adolescents
Abstract
The rising prevalence of adolescent obesity has become a critical health concern, particularly due to its association with impaired cardiovascular endurance and reduced VO₂ max. This study investigated the impact of bodyweight-based High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on VO₂ max in obese adolescents. A quasi-experimental design with pretest–posttest control groups was employed, involving 30 students aged 13-15 years from SMP Negeri 1 Hamparan Perak. Participants were randomly assigned to an experimental group (n = 15) and a control group (n = 15). The experimental group underwent an eight-week HIIT intervention using bodyweight exercises, while the control group engaged in conventional physical education activities. VO₂ max levels were assessed through the multistage fitness test. Statistical analysis revealed a significant increase in VO₂ max among the experimental group compared to the control group (p < 0.001). These findings suggest that bodyweight-based HIIT offers an effective, feasible, and cost-efficient approach to enhance cardiovascular fitness in obese adolescents. Furthermore, its integration into school-based physical education curricula could provide a sustainable strategy to combat obesity-related health risks.
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