Impact of Team-Based Training on Compliance and Physical Fitness in Firefighters

Shen Xin

Status: Completed

Conditions: Injury Risk Associated with Firefighting Tasks; Physical Fitness Deficits in Firefighters; Exercise Adherence Challenges

Treatments: Behavioral: Control group： Maintaining old exercise habits; Behavioral: Intervention group：Conducted a 6-month team training intervention

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT06717737

20241225

Details and patient eligibility

About

Research Objectives: This study aims to develop a team-based training model specifically tailored for firefighters, focusing on improving their cardiovascular fitness, physical attributes, and fostering sustainable health behaviors. The ultimate goal is to reduce the risk of injuries associated with the physically demanding tasks they perform during their duties.

Research Hypotheses:

Firefighters participating in the team-based training model will demonstrate significant improvements in key fitness parameters, such as cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, endurance, and body composition compared to those engaged in traditional training.

The team-based approach will enhance adherence to physical training among firefighters, leading to more consistent participation and improved health outcomes.

This clinical study is a randomized controlled trial that involved 42 firefighters who were divided into two groups: one receiving a team-based training intervention for six months and the other continuing with conventional exercises. The team training incorporated aerobic, resistance, and functional exercises, emphasizing teamwork and peer support to motivate participants. Key fitness measures, including cardiorespiratory fitness, strength, endurance, flexibility, and body mass index (BMI), were assessed before and after the intervention.

The study hypothesized that the team-based training model would not only enhance fitness levels but also improve adherence to training routines among firefighters, ultimately contributing to better health and safety during their demanding work.

Enrollment: 40 patients

Sex: Male

Ages: 18 to 50 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

Firefighters aged 18 to 50 years. Currently active duty within the selected brigade. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks without medical restrictions. Written informed consent provided by participants.

Exclusion criteria

Firefighters with any cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal conditions that could hinder participation or affect fitness outcomes.

Individuals recovering from recent injuries or surgeries. Firefighters enrolled in external training programs that may impact baseline health assessments.

Any participant who refuses to provide informed consent.

Trial design

Primary purpose: Other

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: None (Open label)

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40 participants in 2 patient groups

Team-Based Training Intervention for Firefighter Fitness and Adherence

Experimental group

Description:

This arm involves a six-month team-based training intervention designed to improve firefighters' physical fitness and exercise adherence. The program includes aerobic, resistance, and functional exercises tailored to the demands of firefighting tasks. Sessions are conducted in small groups to foster teamwork and peer support, with participants receiving real-time feedback and guidance from certified professionals. The aim is to enhance cardiovascular fitness, strength, endurance, and overall health behaviors, while reducing injury risks. Participants track their progress using the Gymsmart (Pro X) app to monitor activity levels and adjust intensity for optimal results.

Treatment:

Behavioral: Intervention group：Conducted a 6-month team training intervention

Control group

Experimental group

Description:

The control group maintained their old habits

Treatment:

Behavioral: Control group： Maintaining old exercise habits