Effect Of 8-Week Online Fitness Intervention Health Related Fitness

Effect Of 8-Week Online Fitness Intervention on Muscle Strength, Flexibility, Body Composition and Physical-Self Perception

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of 8-week online delivered exercise program on actual and perceived physical fitness components.

Physical fitness is one of the leading concepts of health and well-being at all stages of life. In certain context, individuals tend to engage in prolonged sedentary behaviors, and these contexts are considered sedentary-promoting environments. These environments also detrimental on physical fitness and health. University students and office workers who predominantly engage in sedentary behaviors, such as prolonged sitting and computer-based work, have consistently shown associations with various aspects of diminished physical fitness. The online intervention protocols might be a good alternative for increasing fitness level for those who live or work in highly sedentary settings. Hence, the purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of 8-week online delivered exercise program on actual and perceived physical fitness components. Specifically, body composition measured by DXA, upper body muscular strength, and flexibility are the main focus of this study. Moreover, physical self-perception is also a focus of this study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Working or studying at the university,
• Do not have any health problems that would prevent from participating in exercise,
• Not participating any another exercise/training program during the research process,
• Voluntarily participation
• Being suitable for exercise participation according to Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PARQ) test results

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of any significant health conditions that may pose a risk during exercise (e.g., heart conditions, severe respiratory disorders, uncontrolled hypertension).
• A history of musculoskeletal injuries or conditions that would limit participation in physical fitness activities.
• Current or recent participation in another exercise or fitness program.
• Inability to provide informed consent or unwillingness to participate voluntarily.
• Any medical condition that contraindicates exercise or physical activity as determined by a healthcare professional.
• Pregnancy or postpartum period, depending on the specific requirements and goals of the intervention.
• Age restrictions (younger than 18).
• Cognitive impairments that would hinder the ability to understand and follow exercise instructions.