People who predominantly sit down often suffer from spinal complaints. This is mainly caused or intensified by a lack of exercise and a shortened posterior muscle chain. This study aims to investigate whether CrossFit can improve physical deficits, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. For this purpose, 30 test persons should take part in regular CrossFit training twice a week over one year. In addition, as a control group, 30 persons are also observed who exercise according to their ideas.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
60
CrossFit training
Universität der Bundeswehr
Neubiberg, Bavaria, Germany
Mobility
Changes in the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) according to Cook G. et al.; Int J Sports Phys Ther, 2014. FMS has a range from 0 -21 (0 = worst, 21 = best).
Time frame: 1 year
Strength Symmetry
Strength was assessed in kg using the Dr. WOLFF BackCheck® 617 (BC). The BC allows to measure maximum isometric strength. Furthermore, it provides reference data to evaluate strength and strength symmetry values on a scale ranging from 0 - 10 (0 = worst, 10 = best)
Time frame: 1 year
Strength
Strength was assessed in kg using the Dr. WOLFF BackCheck® 617 (BC).
Time frame: 1 year
Subjective Well-Being
Subjective Well-Being was measured with the World Health Organization Well-Being Index (WHO-5). WHO-5 has a range from 0 -25 (0 = worst, 25 = best).
Time frame: 1 year
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