Differences between cardiorespiratory fitness in adult men with asymptomatic or mild SARS-COV-2 infections
Introduction This study aimed to measure and compare CRF levels between COVID-19-infected adults with asymptomatic and mild symptoms. Methods The participants in this study included 50 adult men, who were further divided into 2 equal categories: mild symptomatic (MS) and asymptomatic (AS) groups. T...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Termedia Publishing House
2025-03-01
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| Series: | Physiotherapy Quarterly |
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| Online Access: | https://physioquart.awf.wroc.pl/Differences-between-cardiorespiratory-fitness-in-adult-men-with-asymptomatic-or-mild,182853,0,2.html |
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| Summary: | Introduction
This study aimed to measure and compare CRF levels between COVID-19-infected adults with asymptomatic and mild symptoms.
Methods
The participants in this study included 50 adult men, who were further divided into 2 equal categories: mild symptomatic (MS) and asymptomatic (AS) groups. These participants received a series of anthropometry and Rockport 1.5-mile run tests. During the Rockport 1.5-mile run test, their heart rate (HR) was continuously monitored using a Polar V800 GPS. Following this test, Borg’s CR10-scale rating of perceived exertion (RPE) was employed.
Results
One-way ANOVA statistical test results showed a significant difference ( p = 0.007, ES = 0.140) between the MS and AS groups, where the VO 2 max in the AS group, was greater than the MS group (35.7 ± 7.1 vs 29.6 ± 8.4 ml/kg/min).
Conclusions
Asymptomatic patients had a higher VO 2 max level than mildly symptomatic patients. Therefore, moderate-intensity exercise was recommended to increase CRF, thereby enhancing immunity and reducing the risk of contracting COVID-19. |
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| ISSN: | 2544-4395 |