Acute Cardiovascular Responses to Two Types of Exercise

The Effect of Aerobic Exercise With and Without Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Acute Cardiovascular Responses Between Biological Sexes

The purpose of this research was to explore potential differences in acute cardiovascular responses between two conditions: 1) moderate-intensity cycle ergometer exercise; and 2) moderate-intensity cycle ergometer exercise with NMES. Young, healthy, physically active participants were recruited for this study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• healthy
• performing aerobic activity greater than or equal to three times per week at any intensity

Exclusion Criteria:

• had lower body musculoskeletal injuries recently (within the past 6 months)
• health conditions that may place risk to the individual such as those with respiratory issues, hypertension, chronic atrial fibrillation, valvular diseases, heart disease; or obstructive cardiomyopathy
• if taking pharmacological drugs, performance-enhancing drugs, recreational drugs, nutritional supplements, or smoked nicotine