Effects of six weeks high-intensity interval training and resistance training in adults with obesity and sleep related breathing disorders

• Published in: Sleep science (São Paulo, SP ) SP ), 2021, Vol.14 (S 01), p.41-48
• Main Authors: Longlalerng, Khomkrip, Nakeaw, Anucha, Charawae, Asmu-e, Reantong, Powpachara, Prangyim, Usamawee, Jeenduang, Nutjaree
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: high-intensity interval training; obesity; Original; resistance training; sleep-related breathing disorders
• ISSN: 1984-0659; 1984-0063
• DOI: 10.5935/1984-0063.20200076

Introduction: The effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) combined with resistance training (RT) in adults with obesity and sleep-related breathing disorders (SRBDs) is limited. Objective: This study aimed to examine the effects of HIIT combined with RT on subjective sleep disorders in adults with obesity and SRBDs. Material and Methods: This study was a pre- and post-test design. Seventeen adults with obesity and SRBDs were recruited into the study. They received 24 minutes of HIIT and 30 minutes of RT, 3 times/week for 6 weeks. The Epworth sleepiness scale (daytime sleepiness), Berlin questionnaire (snoring and daytime sleepiness category), estimated maximum oxygen consumption (VO2max), muscle strength using 1-repetition maximum, anthropometric variables, and blood biomarkers were examined at baseline and after 6 weeks of training. Results: The Epworth sleepiness scale, Berlin questionnaire (daytime sleepiness category), and the number of risks associated with sleep apnea using the Berlin questionnaire were significantly decreased after 6 weeks of training (all p