J Korean Acad Fundam Nurs.  2005 Apr;12(1):15-20.

The Effect of Regular Exercise Program on Body Composition and Body Image in Adults Using One Fitness Center

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  • 1Graduate School, Hanyang University. ohjh37@hanmail.net
  • 2Department of Nursing, Hanyang University.

Abstract

PURPOSE
This study was done to compare of adult body composition and body image before and after regular exercise program at a sports center. METHOD: The participants were 32 adults who were beginning regular exercise at a sports center in D city. The body composition was measured by body weight, soft lean mass, fat mass, percent body fat, fat distribution, degree of obesity and BMI, using the Inbody 3.0. Body image. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using paired t-test. RESULTS: 1. Significant improvement was shown in body composition. 2. The score for body image increased after the program, but the change was not statistically significant. CONCLUSION: The short-term exercise program was very effective in improving body composition, but changes in the evaluation of body image need long-term exercise. Also, we were concluded that it is very important to consider preference level when evaluating body composition and body image.

Keyword

Exercise; Body composition; Body Image

MeSH Terms

Adipose Tissue
Adult*
Body Composition*
Body Image*
Body Weight
Fitness Centers*
Humans
Obesity
Surveys and Questionnaires
Sports
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