Impact of Whole-Body Vibration on Anthropometric Measurement and Body Composition in Overweight and Obese University Students

Impact of Whole-Body Vibration on Anthropometric Measurement and Body Composition in Overweight and Obese University Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Obesity has become a significant public health concern globally, particularly among university students, where lifestyle changes contribute to increased body weight and fat accumulation. The World Health Organization defines obesity as a condition characterized by excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health, with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher being a common threshold for classification. In Saudi Arabia, the prevalence of obesity among young adults is alarming, necessitating effective interventions to combat this issue.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male and female University students with BMI ≥ 25, and their age between 18-25 years.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiovacular conditionds,in addition to pregnancy and insrtion of pacemekers or other metal implants.