Effects of Training Intensity on Physical Fitness and Body Composition in Cystic Fibrosis

University of Kiel70 enrolled

Overview

Aim of the randomized controlled trial is to investigate the effects of endurance training with different intensities on physical performance, body composition and appetite regulation in people with cystic fibrosis.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

Conditions

Cystic Fibrosis

Interventions

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)OTHER

High Intensity Interval Training

Moderate Continuous Intensity Training (MICT)OTHER

Moderate Intensity Continuous Training

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 70 Years

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Inclusion Criteria: * confirmed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis by at least 2 sweat tests and / or by the presence of two CF mutations, * willingness to participate in and to comply with the research project procedure, * written informed consent of patients, * age ≥ 18 years, * FEV1 of pred. ≥ 40%, * Stable condition (as indicated by absence of one or more signs: new or increased haemoptysis, increased malaise, fatigue or lethargy, temperature over 38°C, weight loss, sinus pain and a decrease in pulmonary function by 10% or more) Exclusion Criteria: * Severe pulmonary exacerbation, * cor pulmonale, * musculoskeletal discomfort that makes a regular exercise training impossible, * untreated CF-related diabetes

Locations (2)

Fachklink Satteldüne der DRV Nord

Nebel / Amrum, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Strandklinik St. Peter-Ording

Sankt Peter-Ording, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany