Effect of Aerobic Training on Body Weight, Body Mass Index & Fat Mass among University obese Students in Algeria division

Abstract

Obesity is one of the pressing global issues today, affecting one billions people worldwide. This study aims to adress this problem by offering pratical silutions through a training program designed to improve aerobic endurance over (16) consecutive weeks. The program targeted a sample of (32) obese university students, with an average BMI of (32.07±1.14). To achieve the study’s objectives, we conducted morphological measurements related to obesity, including height, weight and fat mass. The study’s key findings revealed statistically significant differences between the PRE and POST measurments. The participants average body weight decreased by ober (22 Kg), and their fat mass was reduced by more than (12 Kg). Notably, their BMI shifted from 32.09 (Obese Classification) to 24.07 (Normal Classification). Similary the body fat Percentage (BFP) decreased from (28%) to (16%) indicating and improvement in the student’s physical fitness to a 315 good level according to the classification of the (ACE) index. Based on these findings, the researcher recommends the adopting of aerobic endurance training programs as an effective strategy to combat obesity in young people. Additionally, the inclusion of diverse physical activities such as swimming and cycling is advised. The reseacher also emphasizes the importance of monitoring the diet of obese individuals to enhance the effectiveness of such programs.