The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of aerobic exercise on improving health related physical fitness component of Bistima town administrative office workers. The Purposive-random sampling technique was used to select 25 sedentary male office workers recruited as study subject from Bistima town administrative office. These 25 sedentary male subjects were assigned as one quasi experimental design and their age range were between 24-36 year .All selected subjects participated in low to moderate intensity aerobic exercise for 12 weeks (3month),3 days per week and 60 minute duration at 55-70 maximum heart rate (MHR) per day from November 2017-January 2018.Pre , during and post training test were conducted on selected variables of health related physical fitness components. The collected data was analyzed by paired sample t-test (SPSS v.20) to determine the mean differences value and to make comparison in between pre test and post test mean value results. The level of significant was 0.05. According to analyzed data in step test was 21.320 beat per minute (15.06%,p<0.01) mean difference were observed.
The mean difference value boosted in push up performance by 5.160 number/minute (54%, P<0.001) after 12 week aerobic exercise training. In sit up and sit and reach test 6.36 number/minute (42.67%,p<0.01) and 7.680 cm (>143%,p<0.01) increment were observed respectively. But in body mass index 2.480kg/m2 (11.48%,p<0.01) decrement were observed throughout the study period. The result obtained in this study indicated that there were significant improvement in cardio vascular endurance, muscular endurance, muscular strength and flexibility and there were reduction on body composition. Based on this finding, it can be concluded that 12 week low to moderate aerobic exercise have positive effect on improvement of HRPF components of sedentary male office workers. So, different responsible bodies should take considerable action on the participation of the community on a regular aerobic exercise training program to reduce sedentary activities.
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
- Chapter 3: Materials and Methods
- Chapter 4: Results
- Chapter 5: Discussion
Objectives and Key Themes
This thesis aims to investigate the effect of aerobic exercise on health-related physical fitness components in sedentary male workers at the Bistima Town Administrative Office in Ethiopia. The study seeks to quantify improvements and determine the significance of such exercise interventions.
- Impact of aerobic exercise on physical fitness.
- Assessment of health-related physical fitness components in sedentary workers.
- Analysis of the effectiveness of aerobic exercise training programs.
- Contribution to the understanding of physical activity and health in a specific population.
- Implications for workplace wellness initiatives.
Chapter Summaries
Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research by introducing the problem of physical inactivity among sedentary workers and its impact on health. It highlights the importance of aerobic exercise in improving health-related physical fitness and outlines the study's objectives, research questions, and hypotheses. The chapter establishes the context of the study within the broader field of workplace wellness and public health, specifically focusing on the Ethiopian context and the challenges faced by sedentary workers in Bistima Town. The limitations of existing research in this specific population are also addressed, justifying the need for this study.
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature: This chapter provides a comprehensive review of existing research on the relationship between aerobic exercise and health-related physical fitness. It explores various studies that have investigated the impact of different types of aerobic exercise on different physical fitness components, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. The review critically analyzes the findings of these studies, highlighting the methodologies employed and the limitations of the research. It synthesizes the existing knowledge to provide a strong foundation for the current study, explaining the theoretical framework that underpins the research design and expected outcomes. The chapter also discusses the importance of considering the specific characteristics of the study population (sedentary male workers) when interpreting the findings of previous research.
Chapter 3: Materials and Methods: This chapter details the research design, participant selection, data collection methods, and statistical analyses employed in the study. It describes the characteristics of the study participants (sedentary male workers from the Bistima Town Administrative Office), the aerobic exercise training program implemented, and the specific tests used to assess health-related physical fitness components (e.g., cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility). The chapter meticulously outlines the procedures for data collection, ensuring replicability of the study. It also explains the statistical methods used to analyze the data and test the research hypotheses. The ethical considerations of the study, including informed consent procedures, are also carefully addressed.
Chapter 4: Results: This chapter presents the quantitative results of the study. It presents the data collected before, during, and after the aerobic exercise training program, showing changes in health-related physical fitness components among the participants. Statistical analysis results are presented clearly, indicating the significance of any observed changes. Tables and figures are used to visually represent the data, enhancing clarity and understanding. The results section focuses on presenting the findings objectively, without interpretation or discussion of their implications, which are reserved for the subsequent chapter.
Chapter 5: Discussion: This chapter interprets the results presented in Chapter 4, discussing their implications in relation to the research questions and hypotheses outlined in Chapter 1. It compares the findings to those of previous studies reviewed in Chapter 2, highlighting similarities and differences. The chapter explores potential explanations for the observed changes in health-related physical fitness components, considering factors such as the intensity and duration of the aerobic exercise program and the characteristics of the participants. The limitations of the study are acknowledged, and suggestions for future research are provided. The chapter concludes by summarizing the key findings and emphasizing the contribution of the study to the field of workplace wellness and public health.
Keywords
Aerobic exercise, health-related physical fitness, sedentary workers, workplace wellness, Ethiopia, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, intervention study.
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What is the overall topic of this research?
This research investigates the effects of aerobic exercise on the health-related physical fitness of sedentary male workers at the Bistima Town Administrative Office in Ethiopia. It aims to quantify improvements and determine the significance of aerobic exercise interventions.
What are the key themes explored in this research?
The key themes include the impact of aerobic exercise on physical fitness, assessment of health-related fitness components in sedentary workers, analysis of aerobic exercise training program effectiveness, understanding physical activity and health in this specific population, and implications for workplace wellness initiatives.
What does the Table of Contents include?
The Table of Contents covers: Chapter 1 (Introduction), Chapter 2 (Review of Related Literature), Chapter 3 (Materials and Methods), Chapter 4 (Results), and Chapter 5 (Discussion).
What is the focus of Chapter 1: Introduction?
Chapter 1 introduces the problem of physical inactivity among sedentary workers, highlighting the importance of aerobic exercise. It outlines the study's objectives, research questions, hypotheses, and the context within workplace wellness and public health, specifically in Ethiopia. It also addresses limitations of existing research on this specific population.
What is covered in Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature?
Chapter 2 provides a comprehensive review of research on the relationship between aerobic exercise and health-related physical fitness. It analyzes various studies, their methodologies, and limitations, synthesizing existing knowledge to provide a theoretical framework for the current study. The chapter also discusses the importance of considering the specific characteristics of the study population.
What details are included in Chapter 3: Materials and Methods?
Chapter 3 details the research design, participant selection, data collection methods, and statistical analyses. It describes participant characteristics, the aerobic exercise program, fitness assessments, data collection procedures, statistical methods, and ethical considerations (including informed consent).
What information is presented in Chapter 4: Results?
Chapter 4 presents the quantitative results of the study, showing changes in health-related physical fitness components before, during, and after the aerobic exercise training program. Statistical analysis results, presented in tables and figures, are shown objectively, without interpretation.
What is the purpose of Chapter 5: Discussion?
Chapter 5 interprets the results, discussing their implications in relation to the research questions and hypotheses. It compares findings to previous studies, explores explanations for observed changes, acknowledges limitations, and provides suggestions for future research. It summarizes key findings and emphasizes the study's contribution to workplace wellness and public health.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
Keywords include: Aerobic exercise, health-related physical fitness, sedentary workers, workplace wellness, Ethiopia, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and intervention study.
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- Menbere Girma (Author), 2020, Aerobic Exercise on Health Related Physical Fitness Component on Sedentary Male Workers, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/956408
