Improving Cardiorespiratory and Muscular Function of Korean Firefighters: A Kinect-Based Mixed Reality Device Exercise Intervention Randomized Control Trial.
J Occup Environ Med
; 66(2): 118-122, 2024 Feb 01.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-37907408
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
This study addresses declining physical fitness among Korean firefighters due to a low exercise participation rate caused by the absence of exercise instructors. The research explores Virtual Mate (VM), a Kinect-based mixed reality device, as a potential solution, but its capacity to replace training instructors in enhancing physical fitness remains uncertain.METHODS:
Twenty Korean male firefighters were divided into two groups the exercise group received an 8-week intervention using VM, while the control group maintained regular physical activity. Cardiopulmonary function and muscle function were measured.RESULTS:
After 8 weeks, the exercise group demonstrated a significant improvement in VO 2peak . Furthermore, there were notable enhancements in the strength and endurance of most knee, shoulder, and trunk flexors and extensors.CONCLUSIONS:
Integrating VM into an exercise program can effectively improve cardiorespiratory and muscular function in Korean firefighters.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Firefighters
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Augmented Reality
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
J Occup Environ Med
Journal subject:
MEDICINA OCUPACIONAL
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SAUDE AMBIENTAL
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article