U.S., March 1 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06851026) titled 'Pilates Effect on Women with and Without Obesity' on Feb. 19.
Brief Summary: Obesity, a health problem, is caused by insufficient physical activity and unhealthy nutrition. For individuals with obesity, non-weight-bearing and enjoyable exercises, such as Pilates, should be implemented as physical activity due to potential pain. This study aims to examine the effects of an 8-week Pilates exercise program on body composition, posture, and psychosocial parameters in individuals with and without obesity. Methods: The study included 58 female participants: 30 individuals with obesity (nPilates = 15; nControl = 15) and 28 individuals with...