Interval Training and Cardio-metabolic Health in Overweight/Obese Girls

Impact of Different Interval Training Protocols on Physical, Cardio-metabolic, Lipidomic, Hematological and Psychological Parameters in Young Overweight/Obese Girls

The main purpose of this study is to compare the impact of 12-week moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) versus combined MIIT with high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on physical fitness, cardio metabolic, lipidomic, hematological and psychological characteristics in young overweight/obese girls.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Female gender,
• Overweight or obese according to the BMI classification,
• Age, 12 to 15 years,
• Personal or parental/guardian written consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe infectious or inflammatory diseases,
• Irregular menstrual cycles
• Participation in organized exercise training in the last 6 months or additional physical -
• recreational activities, except physical education classes.
• Using medications, hormone therapy or dietary supplements