Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Cardiovascular Health in Sedentary Individuals: A Comparative Study

Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This thesis investigates the effects of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on cardiovascular health in sedentary individuals through a comparative study. The study aims to determine the impact of HIIT on various cardiovascular parameters, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and cholesterol levels, in comparison to traditional moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT). The research methodology involves a randomized controlled trial with sedentary individuals assigned to either a HIIT or MICT group for a specified duration. Chapter One Introduction 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Background of Study 1.3 Problem Statement 1.4 Objective of Study 1.5 Limitation of Study 1.6 Scope of Study 1.7 Significance of Study 1.8 Structure of the Thesis 1.9 Definition of Terms Chapter Two Literature Review 2.1 Introduction to Literature Review 2.2 Cardiovascular Health and Exercise 2.3 High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) 2.4 Sedentary Lifestyle and Cardiovascular Risk 2.5 Previous Studies on HIIT and Cardiovascular Health 2.6 Benefits of HIIT Compared to MICT 2.7 Physiological Adaptations to HIIT 2.8 Safety Considerations of HIIT 2.9 Adherence to HIIT Programs 2.10 Summary of Literature Review Chapter Three Research Methodology 3.1 Introduction to Research Methodology 3.2 Research Design 3.3 Participant Selection Criteria 3.4 Intervention Protocol 3.5 Outcome Measures 3.6 Data Collection Procedures 3.7 Statistical Analysis 3.8 Ethical Considerations Chapter Four Discussion of Findings 4.1 Introduction to Discussion 4.2 Participant Characteristics 4.3 Cardiovascular Parameters Pre and Post-Intervention 4.4 Comparison of HIIT and MICT Groups 4.5 Adherence and Compliance 4.6 Interpretation of Results 4.7 Implications of Findings 4.8 Limitations of the Study 4.9 Future Research Directions Chapter Five Conclusion and Summary 5.1 Conclusion 5.2 Summary of Key Findings 5.3 Practical Implications 5.4 Recommendations for Practice 5.5 Contributions to the Field 5.6 Conclusion This thesis provides valuable insights into the impact of HIIT on cardiovascular health in sedentary individuals. The findings of this study contribute to the existing literature on exercise interventions for improving cardiovascular parameters and may have implications for public health strategies targeting sedentary populations.