Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This thesis investigates the effects of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on cardiovascular health in sedentary young adults through a randomized controlled trial. The research aims to explore the potential benefits of HIIT as an efficient and effective exercise intervention for improving cardiovascular health in this specific population. The study involved a sample of sedentary young adults who were randomly assigned to either the HIIT intervention group or the control group. Various cardiovascular health parameters, including blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol levels, and aerobic fitness, were measured before and after the intervention period. The results of the study indicate that HIIT led to significant improvements in cardiovascular health markers compared to the control group. The findings suggest that incorporating HIIT into the exercise routine of sedentary young adults may have positive implications for their cardiovascular health. This research contributes to the existing literature on exercise interventions for improving cardiovascular health and provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals, researchers, and individuals interested in promoting cardiovascular well-being through physical activity. Future studies could further explore the long-term effects of HIIT on cardiovascular health in different populations and settings to enhance our understanding of its potential benefits.

Thesis Overview

The project titled "Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Cardiovascular Health in Sedentary Young Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial" aims to investigate the impact of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on cardiovascular health among sedentary young adults. This research is motivated by the growing concerns about the prevalence of sedentary lifestyles and the associated risk factors for cardiovascular diseases in young adults. By conducting a randomized controlled trial, this study seeks to provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of HIIT as a potential intervention to improve cardiovascular health in this population. The research will begin with a comprehensive literature review to establish the current understanding of the relationship between physical activity, cardiovascular health, and HIIT. This review will cover key studies, theories, and findings related to the topic, providing a theoretical framework for the study. The methodology section will outline the research design, participant recruitment criteria, intervention protocols, outcome measures, data collection methods, and statistical analysis plan. Participants in the study will be randomly assigned to either the HIIT intervention group or a control group. The HIIT intervention will involve structured exercise sessions consisting of high-intensity intervals interspersed with periods of rest or low-intensity exercise. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will include measurements of cardiovascular fitness, blood pressure, lipid profile, body composition, and other relevant biomarkers to evaluate the impact of HIIT on cardiovascular health. The discussion of findings will present the results of the study, comparing the outcomes between the HIIT group and the control group. The analysis will explore changes in cardiovascular health parameters, potential mechanisms underlying the observed effects, and implications for future research and practice. The conclusion will summarize the main findings, discuss the significance of the results, highlight limitations of the study, and suggest recommendations for further research in this area. Overall, this project seeks to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on the benefits of HIIT for improving cardiovascular health in sedentary young adults. By elucidating the effects of HIIT through a rigorous randomized controlled trial, this research aims to provide evidence-based insights that can inform the development of targeted interventions to promote cardiovascular health and overall well-being in this population.