Publications by authors named "A Guadalupe-Grau"
Background: The growing interest in how exercise and carbohydrate (CHO) restriction may modify molecular responses that promote endurance adaptations has led to many interesting controversies.
Objective: We conducted a systematic review and a meta-analysis regarding the effect of low-carbohydrate availability (LOW) pre-, during, or post-exercise, on the mRNA content of commonly measured genes involved in mitochondrial biogenesis (PGC-1α, TFAM mRNA) and metabolism (PDK4, UCP3 and GLUT4 mRNA), and on muscle glycogen levels, compared with a high-CHO (CON) condition.
Methods: MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science databases were searched following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines (with an end date of November 2023).
The role of supervision and motivation during exercise on physical and mental health in older adults: a study protocol for a randomized controlled trial (PRO-Training project).
BMC Geriatr
March 2024
Article Synopsis
- A randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of supervised versus unsupervised exercise programs for improving health in older adults, with a focus on safety, adherence, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness.
- Participants aged 60-75 will be divided into five groups: a control group, two supervised groups (with and without motivational support), and two unsupervised groups (also with and without motivational support), participating in a 24-week multicomponent exercise program.
- The motivation strategies for the supervised and unsupervised groups include phone calls and workshops, while outcomes will measure various health aspects, including muscle function, mental health, and overall quality of life.
The present study aimed to investigate the effects of a 10-week online high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program on body composition and aerobic and aerobic performance in physically sedentary women. A parallel, two-group, longitudinal (pre, post) design was used with physical tests performed before (preintervention) and after (postintervention) the 10-week intervention period. A total of forty-eight healthy and physically sedentary women (defined as an individual who lacks regular exercise or a structured fitness routine) were recruited to participate in this study.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFContext: Athletes are almost 3 times more at risk of experiencing urinary incontinence (UI) than sedentary women, with prevalence rates varying from 10.9% in low-impact sports such as cycling to 80% when engaging in high-impact sports such as trampoline gymnastics. To treat UI, pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training (PFMT) is recommended as a first line of treatment.
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- * Researchers identified three lifestyle clusters: 1) Unhealthy (low values across all patterns), 2) Low Physical Fitness (low cardiorespiratory fitness and strength), and 3) High Physical Activity and CRF (high physical fitness and activity levels).
- * Results indicated that Cluster 3 had significantly lower body fat and higher lean mass compared to the other clusters, suggesting that high physical activity and low industrialized food consumption may help prevent obesity in adolescents, signaling a potential focus for health interventions.