Muscle StrengthBiocircuitNCT06727708
Comparison of Two BioCircuit Programs: Impact on Physical Fitness and Body Composition in Adults Aged 30-65
A study testing Tone Your Body BioCircuit Program and Boost Performance BioCircuit Program in people with Muscle Strength and Body Composition, run by University of Graz at 1 site in Austria.
Trial summary
This study aims to compare the effects of two BioCircuit training programmes, 'Tone Your Body' and 'Boost Performance', on physical fitness and body composition in adults aged 30-65 years. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 30 to 65 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Muscle Strength, Body Composition, Physical Fitness
- What is being tested?
- Tone Your Body BioCircuit Program and Boost Performance BioCircuit Program
- Type of treatment
- Medical device
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 42 participants
- Where
- 1 siteAustria
- Study dates
- 31 Oct 2024to 31 Oct 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 30 to 65 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- • Age between 30 and 65 years
- Healthy individuals without significant medical conditions
- Less than 6 months of prior strength training experience
- Willing and able to participate in a 12-week training program
- Capable of performing strength training exercises such as leg press and chest press
- Able to provide written informed consent
Who cannot join
- • History of coronary heart disease
- History of stroke
- Need for changes in antihypertensive treatment within 3 months prior to study start
- Arthritis
- Pregnancy or less than three months postpartum
- Pain and movement restrictions
- Use of medications that affect muscle strength or performance (e.g., anabolic steroids, beta-2 agonists, glucocorticoids, statins, benzodiazepines, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin-II receptor blockers, diuretics)
- Any medical condition preventing participation in planned endurance and strength training
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Austria1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
CF Leibnitz
Leibnitz, Styria, Styria, 8430
Martin Atia, +436642524153, m.atia@edu.uni-graz.at
About this study
Official title: A Comparative Study of Two Biocircuit Training Programs:Tone Your Body Vs. Boost Performance on Physical Performance and Body Composition a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study aims to compare the effects of two BioCircuit training programmes, 'Tone Your Body' and 'Boost Performance', on physical fitness and body composition in adults aged 30-65 years. Participants will be randomized to one of the two exercise programmes and will undergo a 12-week intervention with baseline and post-intervention measurements of fitness and body composition. The study aims to determine which programme is more effective in improving overall physical fitness, muscle mass and reducing body fat.
Read the detailed description
The aim of this study is to compare the effects of two BioCircuit training programmes, 'Tone Your Body' and 'Boost Performance', on physical fitness and body composition in adults aged 30-65 years. The aim is to determine whether these programmes achieve their intended outcomes - specifically, whether Tone Your Body is effective in reducing body fat while promoting muscle toning, and whether Boost Performance improves strength and endurance. The study will assess which of the two programmes leads to greater improvements in muscle mass, body fat reduction and overall physical fitness.
The study is designed as a randomised parallel group trial using a minimisation technique to ensure that key variables such as age, gender and baseline handgrip strength are balanced between the two groups. Participants will be assigned to one of two BioCircuit programmes: "Tone Your Body" or "Boost Performance". Each programme consists of six total body strength exercises and two cardio exercises, both structured in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The intervention will last 12 weeks, with participants training three times a week on Technogym's BioCircuit equipment, which provides personalised, automated training based on individual fitness levels.
The Tone Your Body group focuses on improving body composition through moderate-intensity whole-body resistance exercise combined with cardio training. This programme is designed to reduce body fat while promoting muscle toning, with an emphasis on overloading the eccentric phase of each repetition by 20% to maximise muscle development.
The Boost Performance group aims to improve physical performance, particularly strength and endurance. This programme involves higher intensity resistance training with a viscous resistance mechanism designed to build muscle strength, power and endurance. Participants in this group will also undergo performance tests, including the jump and reach test, one-minute squats and one-minute push-ups, to assess improvements in explosive strength and muscular endurance.
Both groups will undergo the same 10RM strength tests at baseline and post-intervention using the Smith machine for bench press and leg press to measure maximum strength. In addition, all participants, regardless of group, will undergo the same assessments at baseline and post-intervention, including measurements of body composition (using bioimpedance analysis), muscle mass, body fat percentage, and physical performance tests. Circumference measurements of the arms, legs and waist will also be taken to track changes in body composition over time. Participants will be instructed to maintain their usual dietary habits throughout the 12-week intervention period. They will be asked not to make any significant changes to their diet or to introduce any new dietary supplements, as these could influence the outcomes related to muscle strength, body composition and overall physical fitness.
The primary outcome measures will focus on changes in skeletal muscle mass, body fat percentage and overall physical fitness. Secondary outcomes will include participant satisfaction with the programme as measured by a standardised customer satisfaction questionnaire (CSAT) and changes in circumference measurements.
Participants will be healthy adults aged 30-65 years with less than six months experience of resistance training. Individuals with a history of coronary heart disease, stroke or conditions that would affect their ability to participate in exercise will be excluded from the study. Recruitment will take place through a local fitness centre and all participants will provide written informed consent before the start of the study.
This study aims to provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of BioCircuit training programmes in a real-world setting. The results will help inform future fitness interventions and provide evidence for the benefits of automated, personalised training programmes in improving body composition and physical performance in adults.
- Conditions
- Muscle Strength, Body Composition, Physical Fitness
- Being tested
- Tone Your Body BioCircuit Program, Boost Performance BioCircuit Program
- Keywords
- Circle Training, Strength training, Muscle mass, Body composition, Physical fitness, BioCircuit, Resistance training, Body fat reduction, Randomized controlled trial, Handgripstrength
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Tone Your Body BioCircuit ProgramDevice
Participants in the Tone Your Body group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve body composition and muscle toning. The programme consists of six total-body strength exercises and two cardio exercises in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The eccentric phase of each strength exercise is overloaded by 20% to maximise muscle development.
Boost Performance BioCircuit ProgramDevice
Participants in the Boost Performance group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to increase strength and endurance. The programme consists of six strength exercises and two cardio exercises, also in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, with 40 seconds rest between machines, and the endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds. The strength exercises use a viscous resistance mechanism to increase strength and endurance. Participants also undergo performance tests including the jump and reach test, one minute squats and one minute push-ups.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Your Body Group | Experimental | Participants in the Tone Your Body group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve body composition and muscle toning. The programme consists of six total-body strength exercises and two cardio exercises in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The eccentric phase of each strength exercise is overloaded by 20% to maximise muscle development. Receives: Device: Tone Your Body BioCircuit Program |
| Boost Performance Group | Experimental | Participants in the Boost Performance group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to increase strength and endurance. The programme consists of six strength exercises and two cardio exercises, also in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, with 40 seconds rest between machines, and the endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds. The strength exercises use a viscous resistance mechanism to increase strength and endurance. Participants also undergo performance tests including the jump and reach test, one minute squats and one minute push-ups. Receives: Device: Boost Performance BioCircuit Program |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Skeletal Muscle Mass
Skeletal muscle mass will be measured using bioimpedance analysis (BIA) at baseline and after the 12-week intervention to evaluate changes in muscle mass.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Body Fat Percentage
Body fat percentage will be measured using bioimpedance analysis (BIA) at baseline and after the 12-week intervention to assess reductions in body fat.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Maximal Strength (10-RM Test)
Maximal strength will be measured using the 10-RM test on the Smith machine for bench press and leg press at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Handgrip Strength
Handgrip strength will be measured using a dynamometer at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Secondary outcomes (5)
Change in Circumference Measurements (Arm, Leg, and Waist)
Circumference measurements of the arms, legs, and waist will be taken at baseline and after the 12-week intervention to track changes in body composition.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Customer Satisfaction (CSAT Questionnaire)
Participant satisfaction with the training program will be assessed using the CSAT questionnaire at the end of the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Week 2 and Week 12
Change in Jump and Reach Performance
Performance will be evaluated by measuring the vertical jump height using the jump and reach test at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Squat Performance (One-Minute Squat Test)
Performance will be evaluated by counting the number of squats completed in one minute at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Push-up Performance (One-Minute Push-up Test)
Performance will be evaluated by counting the number of push-ups completed in one minute at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Measured: Baseline and Week 12
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted11 Dec 2024
- Study start31 Oct 2024
- Primary completion31 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion31 Oct 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Muscle StrengthStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- This trial uses a randomised parallel group design with minimisation to ensure balanced allocation based on age, gender and baseline handgrip strength. Participants will be assigned to one of two intervention groups, \'Tone Your Body\' or \'Boost Performance\'. Each group follows a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve physical fitness, muscle strength and body composition. Both programmes include strength and endurance exercises in a circuit format.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 42 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Graz
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Martin Atia, Principal investigator, University of Graz
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06727708
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Bio-RCT-2024-02
- Acronym
- Biocircuit
- Status last verified
- Sep 2024
- First submitted
- 30 Sep 2024
- Last updated
- 11 Dec 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: The individual participant data (IPD) used in the published results will be shared in an anonymized format. Access will be provided upon request through a secure data repository for researchers who meet the criteria for access to confidential data.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 11 Dec 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Comparative Study of Two Biocircuit Training Programs:Tone Your Body Vs. Boost Performance on Physical Performance and Body Composition a Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06727708
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Biocircuit / Bio-RCT-2024-02
- Conditions
- Muscle Strength, Body Composition, Physical Fitness
- Keywords
- Circle Training, Strength training, Muscle mass, Body composition, Physical fitness, BioCircuit, Resistance training, Body fat reduction
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 42 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of GrazUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 31 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 11 Dec 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study aims to compare the effects of two BioCircuit training programmes, 'Tone Your Body' and 'Boost Performance', on physical fitness and body composition in adults aged 30-65 years. Participants will be randomized to one of the two exercise programmes and will undergo a 12-week intervention with baseline and post-intervention measurements of fitness and body composition. The study aims to determine which programme is more effective in improving overall physical fitness, muscle mass and reducing body fat.
Detailed description
The aim of this study is to compare the effects of two BioCircuit training programmes, 'Tone Your Body' and 'Boost Performance', on physical fitness and body composition in adults aged 30-65 years. The aim is to determine whether these programmes achieve their intended outcomes - specifically, whether Tone Your Body is effective in reducing body fat while promoting muscle toning, and whether Boost Performance improves strength and endurance. The study will assess which of the two programmes leads to greater improvements in muscle mass, body fat reduction and overall physical fitness.
The study is designed as a randomised parallel group trial using a minimisation technique to ensure that key variables such as age, gender and baseline handgrip strength are balanced between the two groups. Participants will be assigned to one of two BioCircuit programmes: "Tone Your Body" or "Boost Performance". Each programme consists of six total body strength exercises and two cardio exercises, both structured in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The intervention will last 12 weeks, with participants training three times a week on Technogym's BioCircuit equipment, which provides personalised, automated training based on individual fitness levels.
The Tone Your Body group focuses on improving body composition through moderate-intensity whole-body resistance exercise combined with cardio training. This programme is designed to reduce body fat while promoting muscle toning, with an emphasis on overloading the eccentric phase of each repetition by 20% to maximise muscle development.
The Boost Performance group aims to improve physical performance, particularly strength and endurance. This programme involves higher intensity resistance training with a viscous resistance mechanism designed to build muscle strength, power and endurance. Participants in this group will also undergo performance tests, including the jump and reach test, one-minute squats and one-minute push-ups, to assess improvements in explosive strength and muscular endurance.
Both groups will undergo the same 10RM strength tests at baseline and post-intervention using the Smith machine for bench press and leg press to measure maximum strength. In addition, all participants, regardless of group, will undergo the same assessments at baseline and post-intervention, including measurements of body composition (using bioimpedance analysis), muscle mass, body fat percentage, and physical performance tests. Circumference measurements of the arms, legs and waist will also be taken to track changes in body composition over time. Participants will be instructed to maintain their usual dietary habits throughout the 12-week intervention period. They will be asked not to make any significant changes to their diet or to introduce any new dietary supplements, as these could influence the outcomes related to muscle strength, body composition and overall physical fitness.
The primary outcome measures will focus on changes in skeletal muscle mass, body fat percentage and overall physical fitness. Secondary outcomes will include participant satisfaction with the programme as measured by a standardised customer satisfaction questionnaire (CSAT) and changes in circumference measurements.
Participants will be healthy adults aged 30-65 years with less than six months experience of resistance training. Individuals with a history of coronary heart disease, stroke or conditions that would affect their ability to participate in exercise will be excluded from the study. Recruitment will take place through a local fitness centre and all participants will provide written informed consent before the start of the study.
This study aims to provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of BioCircuit training programmes in a real-world setting. The results will help inform future fitness interventions and provide evidence for the benefits of automated, personalised training programmes in improving body composition and physical performance in adults.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- This trial uses a randomised parallel group design with minimisation to ensure balanced allocation based on age, gender and baseline handgrip strength. Participants will be assigned to one of two intervention groups, \'Tone Your Body\' or \'Boost Performance\'. Each group follows a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve physical fitness, muscle strength and body composition. Both programmes include strength and endurance exercises in a circuit format.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Your Body Group | Experimental | Device: Tone Your Body BioCircuit ProgramParticipants in the Tone Your Body group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve body composition and muscle toning. The programme consists of six total-body strength exercises and two cardio exercises in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The eccentric phase of each strength exercise is overloaded by 20% to maximise muscle development. |
| Boost Performance Group | Experimental | Device: Boost Performance BioCircuit ProgramParticipants in the Boost Performance group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to increase strength and endurance. The programme consists of six strength exercises and two cardio exercises, also in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, with 40 seconds rest between machines, and the endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds. The strength exercises use a viscous resistance mechanism to increase strength and endurance. Participants also undergo performance tests including the jump and reach test, one minute squats and one minute push-ups. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 30 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- • Age between 30 and 65 years
Key exclusion criteria (8 listed)
- • History of coronary heart disease
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Your Body BioCircuit ProgramParticipants in the Tone Your Body group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to improve body composition and muscle toning. The programme consists of six total-body strength exercises and two cardio exercises in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, followed by a 40-second rest between machines. The endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds each. The eccentric phase of each strength exercise is overloaded by 20% to maximise muscle development. | Device | Tone Your Body Group |
| Boost Performance BioCircuit ProgramParticipants in the Boost Performance group follow a 12-week BioCircuit training programme designed to increase strength and endurance. The programme consists of six strength exercises and two cardio exercises, also in a circuit format. Each exercise is performed for 45 seconds, with 40 seconds rest between machines, and the endurance exercises are performed for 3 minutes and 35 seconds. The strength exercises use a viscous resistance mechanism to increase strength and endurance. Participants also undergo performance tests including the jump and reach test, one minute squats and one minute push-ups. | Device | Boost Performance Group |
Primary outcome
Change in Skeletal Muscle Mass
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Skeletal muscle mass will be measured using bioimpedance analysis (BIA) at baseline and after the 12-week intervention to evaluate changes in muscle mass.
Change in Body Fat Percentage
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Body fat percentage will be measured using bioimpedance analysis (BIA) at baseline and after the 12-week intervention to assess reductions in body fat.
Change in Maximal Strength (10-RM Test)
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Maximal strength will be measured using the 10-RM test on the Smith machine for bench press and leg press at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
Change in Handgrip Strength
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Handgrip strength will be measured using a dynamometer at baseline and after the 12-week intervention.
5 secondary outcomes
Change in Circumference Measurements (Arm, Leg, and Waist)
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Customer Satisfaction (CSAT Questionnaire)
Time frame: Week 2 and Week 12
Change in Jump and Reach Performance
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Squat Performance (One-Minute Squat Test)
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Change in Push-up Performance (One-Minute Push-up Test)
Time frame: Baseline and Week 12
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 11 Dec 2024.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. The individual participant data (IPD) used in the published results will be shared in an anonymized format. Access will be provided upon request through a secure data repository for researchers who meet the criteria for access to confidential data.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Martin Atia principal investigator
University of Graz
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Tone Your Body BioCircuit Program and Boost Performance BioCircuit Program in people with Muscle Strength and Body Composition, run by University of Graz at 1 site in Austria.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 Dec 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Austria. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Martin Atia (+436642524153, atia.martin@hotmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change in Skeletal Muscle Mass (time frame: Baseline and Week 12). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 Dec 2024.