High vs Low Volume Intensity Training With IMT On Pulmonary Function And Breathing Efficiency On Recreational Swimmers.

Riphah International University

Status: Completed

Conditions: Healthy Young Adults

Treatments: Other: Assigned interventions for HVIMT; Other: Assigned Interventions for LVIMT

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06604741

Sumayya Karim

Details and patient eligibility

About

This study aims to evaluate the impact of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on respiratory function and swimming performance in competitive swimmers. Given the importance of optimal respiratory function in swimming, this trial investigates whether IMT can improve swimming performance metrics, such as lap times and endurance, and overall respiratory health.

Full description

Effective respiratory function is crucial for swimmers, given the demanding nature of the sport. Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) has been shown to improve respiratory muscle strength and endurance in various populations. This study aims to explore the effects of IMT specifically on competitive swimmers, assessing both physiological and performance-related outcomes. To assess whether a structured IMT program improves swimming performance, respiratory muscle strength, and overall respiratory efficiency in recreational swimmers. A randomized controlled trial involving 56 competitive swimmers will be conducted. The study duration will be 8 weeks, with assessments conducted at baseline, mid-point, and at the end of the intervention. The IMT groups will participate in a 20-30 minute training session, 4 to 5 times per week, using power breath device . The training will focus on enhancing inspiratory muscle strength and endurance. This study aims to provide robust evidence on the benefits of IMT for swimmers, potentially informing future training practices and enhancing competitive performance.

Enrollment: 64 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18 to 24 years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Male and Female Swimmers
• Age; 18-25
• Minimum of 2 years of regular swimming training experience, with at least 3 swimming sessions per week.

Exclusion criteria

• Refusal to participate in the study.
• History of respiratory or cardiovascular conditions that could impact participation or results.
• Participation in any other respiratory or exercise-related intervention study within the last 6 months.
• Consumption of any medications or supplements that could potentially influence respiratory or cardiovascular function.

Trial design

Primary purpose: Other

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: None (Open label)

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64 participants in 2 patient groups

High volume intensity (HVIMT)

Experimental group

Description:

High-volume intensity inspiratory muscle training (IMT) is a therapeutic approach designed to improve respiratory muscle strength and endurance. In this clinical trial, participants will engage in a structured regimen of inspiratory exercises with high resistance and significant repetition volume. Participants will perform inspiratory muscle exercises using power breath that provides high resistance, with a focus on both intensity and volume. The protocol involves 3 sessions per day for 6 weeks.

Treatment:

Other: Assigned interventions for HVIMT

Low volume intensity LVIMT

Experimental group

Description:

Participants will engage in a structured training program involving inspiratory muscle exercises with high resistance and a high volume of repetitions. The regimen includes multiple sessions per day over several weeks, using specialized inspiratory muscle training devices. Changes in inspiratory muscle strength (measured by maximal inspiratory pressure) and endurance.

Treatment:

Other: Assigned Interventions for LVIMT