Cluster set resistance training combined with HIIT improved cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness similarly to traditional training in untrained young men, with no significant differences (P>0.05).
RCT (n=22)
Randomly assigned
Does cluster set resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training improve cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness in untrained young men compared to traditional resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training?
A 12-week program of cluster set resistance training combined with HIIT is as effective as traditional resistance training with HIIT for improving cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness in untrained young men.
p-value: p=>0.05
Objective This study aims to investigate the impact of cluster set resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training (CSRT-HIIT) on the body composition, cardiovascular and muscular fitness of untrained young men. Methods Twenty-two participants were randomly assigned to the CSRT-HIIT or traditional resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training (TRT-HIIT). Both groups had cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness measured before and after the intervention. Results Compared to the baseline, significant increases were observed in the 1RM weights for squat, bench press, deadlift, and rowing, as well as the maximum training volume at 70% 1RM, maximum oxygen uptake, standing long jump, and the thickness of the pectoralis major, biceps brachii, and rectus femoris in both the CSRT-HIIT and TRT-HIIT groups after the intervention, with a significant decrease in body fat percentage ( P 0.05). Conclusion Twelve weeks of both CSRT-HIIT and TRT-HIIT significantly improved cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness in untrained young men, demonstrating that the novel CSRT-HIIT is an equally effective alternative to traditional TRT-HIIT.
Ma et al. (Fri,) conducted a rct in Untrained (n=22). Cluster set resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training (CSRT-HIIT) vs. Traditional resistance training combined with high-intensity interval training (TRT-HIIT) was evaluated on Cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness (1RM weights, maximum training volume, maximum oxygen uptake, standing long jump, muscle thickness, and body fat percentage) (p=>0.05). Cluster set resistance training combined with HIIT improved cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness similarly to traditional training in untrained young men, with no significant differences (P>0.05).