Effects of "Weekend Warrior" Exercise on Muscle Strength and Cardiorespiratory Finess in Sedentar… (NCT07714486) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of "Weekend Warrior" Exercise on Muscle Strength and Cardiorespiratory Finess in Sedentary Female University Students
China40 participantsStarted 2026-03-05
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of a weekend warrior exercise pattern on muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness in sedentary female university students. Forty participants were randomly assigned to either a weekend warrior group or a regular exercise group. Both groups completed 150 minutes of moderate-intensity jogging and resistance exercise per week for 8 weeks, but the weekly exercise sessions were distributed differently. Body composition, functional muscular performance, and aerobic capacity were assessed before and after the intervention.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 25 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion criteria
. Female university students aged 18 to 25 years.
. An average daily sedentary time of at least 8 hours, as assessed using the Sedentary Behavior Questionnaire.
. Less than 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity or less than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week, as assessed using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire.
. Regular menstrual cycles without the use of hormonal contraceptives.
Exclusion criteria
. Identified as being at risk for participation in physical activity based on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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What they're measuring
1
Knee Push-up Performance
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the 8-week intervention
2
Sit-up Performance
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the 8-week intervention
3
Body-weight Squat Performance
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the 8-week intervention
4
12-minute Run Distance
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the 8-week intervention