2nd Edition of International Obesity and Metabolism Conference 2026

Abstract

Background: Obesity is a global public health concern associated with reduced cardiovascular fitness and impaired postural stability, particularly among young adults. Although aerobic exercise is widely recommended for weight management, its specific influence on dynamic balance and limits of stability remains insufficiently explored.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of aerobics training on VO2 max, body fat percentage, and limits of stability in young obese individuals.

Methods: A single center, parallel group randomized controlled trial was conducted among 60 young obese individuals aged 21 to 30 years with a BMI of 25 kg per square meter or higher. Participants were randomly allocated in a 1 to 1 ratio to either an aerobics training group or a conventional physiotherapy control group. The six week intervention was delivered three times per week. Primary outcomes included VO2 max assessed using the 20 meter shuttle run test and body fat percentage measured with a body composition analyzer. Secondary outcomes comprised limits of stability parameters including reaction time, movement velocity, and directional control evaluated using the NeuroCom Balance Master. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 29.0 with a significance level of p less than 0.05.

Results: The aerobics training group showed significant improvements in weight, BMI, body fat percentage, VO2 max, and limits of stability parameters, including reduced reaction time and increased movement velocity and directional control. In contrast, the control group demonstrated minimal or no significant changes. Between group comparisons significantly favored the aerobics training group.

Conclusion: A six week structured aerobic program significantly improves cardiovascular fitness, body composition, and dynamic postural stability in young obese individuals. Incorporating aerobics into physiotherapy may enhance functional performance and reduce fall risk.