Table 1.
Anthropometric and physical performance data of obese women before and after combined physical exercise (training).
| Variables | Pre-training (n = 14) | Post-training (n = 14) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (years) | 34 ± 1 | – | – |
| Weight (kg) | 86 ± 2 | 87 ± 3 | 0.15 |
| Height (m) | 1.62 ± 1 | – | – |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 33 ± 1 | 33 ± 1 | 0.20 |
| Waist circumference (cm) | 93 ± 2 | 91 ± 2 | 0.01 |
| VO2max (ml/kg/min) | 36 ± 1 | 38 ± 1 | 0.02 |
| RM bench press (kg) | 30 ± 2 | 35 ± 3 | 0.04 |
| RM squat (kg) | 36 ± 6 | 68 ± 5 | 0.00 |
Data expressed as mean ± standard error of the mean. BMI body mass index, VO2max maximum oxygen consumption, RM Bench press upper limb strength, RM Squat lower limb strength.