Pilates vs HIIT for asthma fitness
Part of Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two types of exercise—Pilates and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—to see which one improves your heart and lung fitness if you have asthma. It might help you find a safe and effective way to exercise.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 40 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with asthma and your symptoms are partially controlled (not too severe, not too mild).
- You are overweight, with a body mass index (BMI) between 25.0 and 29.9.
- You are medically stable and can do physical exercise.
- You do not have serious health problems that would make exercise unsafe, like heart issues, uncontrolled high blood pressure, severe anemia, or recent chest surgery.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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