Volume : V, Issue : VIII, August - 2015

Rate Pressure Product and VO2max in young female athletes

Dr. Smita Bute, Dr. Anjali N Shete

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Introduction: Regular physical activity is vital for good physical and mental health. Participation in athletic activity improves physical fitness, coordination and self discipline. VO2 max and RPP [rate pressure product] are non invasive techniques to measure the cardio–respiratory fitness. Measurement of these parameters will be helpful in promoting the sports activity in females. Aims and Objectives :The purpose of this study was to compare maximum oxygen uptake(VO2 max) and rate pressure product(RPP) between young female athletes and non–athletes and to show the importance of regular exercise in females for physical fitness. Material & Methods: The present study was carried out in 50 females between the age group of 18–22 yrs. They were divided into two groups, study group (25 athletes) and control group. (25 non–athletes) The VO2 max was calculated by using Queen’ college step .The rate pressure product(RPP) was calculated by multiplying heart rate and systolic blood pressure.The VO2 max and RPP were compared between study group and controls. Results: The VO2 max levels were statistically higher in female athletes than non–athletes.The RPP levels were lower in female athletes as compared to controls. The decrease was statistically significant. Conclusion :The present study showed VO2 max levels more and RPP levels low in female athletes. Physical inactivity is seen among medical students due to sedentary lifestyle which may lead to many health problems. Our study concluded that regular exercise improves the physical fitness.

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Article: Download PDF   DOI : 10.36106/ijar  

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Dr. Smita Bute, Dr. Anjali N Shete Rate Pressure Product and VO2max in young female athletes Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.5, Issue : 8 August 2015

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