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Researchers are studying how much energy older adults burn and how hard their bodies work during two types of Pilates exercises compared to treadmill walking. The study focuses on people aged 60 and over with regular Pilates experience. Understanding the energy cost and metabolic intensity of Pilates may help exercise professionals better prescribe Pilates for health benefits like weight management and cardiovascular fitness. Participants will complete three exercise sessions in random order mat Pilates, equipment-based Pilates, and treadmill walking at 4.8 kmh. Each Pilates session includes 9 exercises with warm-up, strengthening, and cool-down phases, lasting about 50 minutes. Mat Pilates uses body weight and accessories, while equipment-based Pilates uses specialized devices like Reformer and Cadillac. Treadmill walking sessions last 50 minutes with warm-up and cool-down periods. Throughout each session, researchers will measure oxygen consumption, energy expenditure, heart rate, and perceived exertion using a portable device. Before sessions, participants undergo body composition scans, fitness tests, and familiarization. Standardized pre-exercise meals and controlled room conditions will be maintained. The study will analyze data on metabolic intensity and energy use during and after exercise to compare the different activities.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of two types of muscle trainingpelvic floor muscle training PFMT and Pilates exerciseson urinary incontinence in postmenopausal women. Urinary incontinence affects about 40% of women after menopause, making it an important public health concern. While PFMT is the standard treatment, Pilates exercises, which emphasize stabilizing muscles and voluntary pelvic floor contractions, are being studied for their potential benefits. This trial compares these two exercise methods over a three-month period to better understand their impact on urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle function. The study involves 24 postmenopausal women aged 50 to 70 years with urinary incontinence. Participants are randomly assigned to either an individualized PFMT program led by a physical therapist or a mat Pilates exercise program. The PFMT consists of sets of voluntary contractions performed in different positions, while the Pilates group performs ten specific mat exercises focusing on stretching and strengthening major muscle groups. Both groups receive their respective interventions over three months, with assessments conducted before and after this period. During the study, researchers will measure urinary incontinence symptoms, quality of life, pelvic floor muscle strength and endurance, and female sexual function using various questionnaires and physical tests. Participants will keep a 7-day voiding diary and undergo a Pad test to quantify urinary loss. Data will be analyzed to compare the effects of the two exercise programs. The total participation time spans 12 weeks, with safety and progress monitored throughout the intervention.