Exercise to Fight Obesity

This clinical trial aims to determinate whether a structured exercise program, supported by telerehabilitation, can help individuals with severe obesity who are going to undergo bariatric surgery. The main objective of this study is whether a structured exercise program, including both supervised and home-based workouts, leads to greater body fat loss and improved strength compared to usual care. Furthermore, it also aims to evaluate other potentially affected aspects, such as body composition and functionality, quality of life, cardiovascular fitness, and various genetic and metabolic factors. This study is a randomized clinical trial with two groups: * The intervention group will follow a structured exercise program both pre- and post- surgery. * The control group will receive standard care, including nutritional counseling and general health advice. The study will include 72 adults with severe obesity (36 men and 36 women), all of whom will be randomly assigned to either the intervention or control group. Participants in the exercise group will follow these steps: 1. Before Surgery (Prehabilitation): A 26-week program with aerobic and strength exercises, done in-person or remotely 2-4 times per week. 2. Pre-Surgery Maintenance: A flexible period before surgery where participants continue exercising on their own. 3. After Surgery (Rehabilitation): A 20-week program focused on recovery and strength. 4. Post-Surgery Maintenance: A long-term, self-guided phase to maintai…

This description comes directly from the study's public registry record.

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Pilar Masdeu, Medicine  ·  +34645741579  ·  pilarmasdeu97@gmail.com

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