The research will study the differences between interval training and continuous training among cardiac patients in a cardiac rehabilitation facility. The main objectives are: 1. Functional capacity measures (VO2 max). 2. Cardiac risk factors 3. Quality of life assessments. Study hypothesis: Interval training will be more effective in improving functional capacity, cardiac risk factors and quality of life, compared to continuous training.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
84
Exercise bouts in low and high intensities
Asaf Harofe Medical Center
Beer Yaacov, Israel
Maximal functional capacity
Outcome is assessed at baseline, after 3 months and at nine months
Time frame: 9 months
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