Effects of Aromatherapy After Aerobic Exercise"

Inclusion Criteria: Aged between 12 and 14 years Actively engaged in organized sports training (minimum 2 times per week) Medically cleared to participate in moderate to vigorous physical activity No known cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, or metabolic conditions Provided informed assent and obtained written parental/guardian consent Exclusion Criteria: Known allergy to lavender or any component of aromatherapy oils Use of medications that may alter cardiovascular responses (e.g., beta-blockers) History of cardiac disease, hypertension, or arrhythmia Acute or recent musculoskeletal injury (within the last 3 months) Acute upper respiratory tract infection during the assessment week Inability to complete treadmill exercise testing or follow instructions