Fatmax Exercise in Menstrual Phases: Effects on Fat Metabolism & Body Composition in NWO Women

Effects of a Fatmax Exercise Intervention During Different Menstrual Cycle Phases on Fat Metabolism and Body Composition in Normal Weight Obese Women

Effects of a Fatmax exercise intervention during different menstrual phases on fat metabolism and body composition in NWO women

This is a randomized clinical trial of single-blind with 3 arms (control group , follicular group and luteal group), in which a pre-treatment-posttest design has been used.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Criteria: Inclusion Criteria:
• Female, aged between 18 and 30 years old;
• BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 kg/m2 with a BF% > 30% (normal weight obesity determination criteria);
• Regular menstrual cycles for at least 3 months;
• No use of oral contraceptives for at least 6 months before the experiment;
• Non-smoker and non-alcohol abuser.

Exclusion Criteria:

• The presence of CVD;
• A diagnosis of cancer, pulmonary diseases, or other conditions that prevent participation in exercise;
• The use of medications affecting body composition or metabolism.