Cross-Training and Resistance Training in Adults with Type B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia during the Induction Phase: A Randomized Blind Pilot Study.

ABSTRACT: Patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) undergoing induction decrease their physical capacity, lose muscle mass, and decrease their quality of life (QOL). The safety, feasibility, and benefits of exercise during chemotherapy have been proven, but the effects of cross-training activities have yet to be analyzed. To measure the effects of cross-training on body composition, physical performance, and QOL, a blind randomized clinical trial was carried out. A total of 33 patients were included and randomized into a cross-training exercise group (CEG), a resistance exercise group (REG), and a control group (CG). During induction, patients received an exercise routine three to five days a week for 30 to 50 min each. Body composition, QOL, and physical performance were measured at baselin

SUBMITTER: Gallardo-Rodriguez AG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10419892 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature