Physical FitnessNCT07490821
Effects of Physical Activity Training on Physical Fitness and Quality of Life in Paramedic Students
A study testing Physical Activity Training in people with Physical Fitness and Quality of Life, run by Büşra SOLMAZ AYDIN at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Brief Title: Effects of an 8-week physical activity program in paramedic students (RCT) Official Title: EFFECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINING ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PARAMEDIC STUDENTS This randomized controlled trial aims to examine the effects of regular physical activity training on physical… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 30 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Healthy Lifestyle
- What is being tested?
- Physical Activity Training
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 60 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 20 Sep 2025to 15 Mar 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
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 18 to 30 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
None listed.
Who cannot join
- History of cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal conditions contraindicating exercise
- Pregnancy
- Participation in another structured exercise program within the last 6 months
- Any medical condition that would interfere with participation or pose risk during exercise, as determined by a physician
- Inability to comply with the study schedule or procedures
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
Karaman, Karaman, 70400
About this study
Brief Title: Effects of an 8-week physical activity program in paramedic students (RCT) Official Title: EFFECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINING ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PARAMEDIC STUDENTS
This randomized controlled trial aims to examine the effects of regular physical activity training on physical fitness and quality of life in paramedic students. The study plans an eight-week physical activity program for paramedic students studying healthcare. The program will consist of exercises designed to improve physical endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, and overall physical performance.
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Main Hypothesis (H₁):
Regular physical activity training will significantly improve the physical fitness level and quality of life of paramedic students.
H₁a: Regular physical activity training increases the cardiovascular endurance of paramedic students.
H₁b: Regular physical activity training significantly improves students' muscle strength and flexibility.
H₁c: Students' body mass index (BMI) values are positively affected after regular physical activity training.
H₁d: Students who participated in the physical activity program had significantly higher quality of life scores (SF-36 subscales) than the control group.
This randomized controlled trial will test the effectiveness of an 8-week, 3-day-per-week physical activity program to assess physical fitness and quality of life in paramedic students. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention (exercise program) or a standard-of-care/waiting control group. Primary outcomes include physical endurance (short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)) and the SF-36 total score. Measurements will be taken at pre-intervention, after 8 weeks, and at 3-month follow-up.
Study Type: Interventional. Allocation: Randomized. Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment. Masking: None
Primary Outcome Measures:
Change in physical endurance (distance, meters) with physical activity exercises - from baseline to week 8.
Change in health-related quality of life by SF-36 total score - from baseline to week 8.
Time Frame: Baseline, week 8, 3-month follow-up.
The study suggests that regular physical activity-based training programs can improve both the professional resilience and quality of life of paramedic students. These findings are expected to contribute to the inclusion of physical activity-based modules in health education programs and positively impact the professional productivity of future paramedics.
- Conditions
- Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Healthy Lifestyle, Health Promotion
- Being tested
- Physical Activity Training
- Keywords
- Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Physical Activity, Paramedics, Allied Health Personnel, Exercise, Body Composition, Health Promotion
- Medical subject headings
- Motor Activity
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Physical Activity TrainingBehavioural
Arm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) Intervention Type: Behavioral
Intervention Description:
Participants in the intervention group will complete an 8-week structured physical activity program. The program consists of three sessions per week, each lasting 60 minutes:
30 minutes cardiovascular exercise (walking, jogging, or interval training at moderate intensity) 20 minutes strength training (bodyweight exercises and resistance band exercises targeting major muscle groups) 10 minutes flexibility and cool-down exercises All sessions will be supervised by a trained exercise instructor. Participants will be encouraged to maintain adherence logs and report any adverse events. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will measure physical fitness parameters Arm 2: Control Group Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily routine without participating in the structured physical activity program.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Arm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) | Experimental | Arm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group)
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Intervention Description:
Participants in the intervention group will complete an 8-week structured physical activity program. The program consists of three sessions per week, each lasting 60 minutes:
30 minutes cardiovascular exercise (walking, jogging, or interval training at moderate intensity)
20 minutes strength training (bodyweight exercises and resistance band exercises targeting major muscle groups)
10 minutes flexibility and cool-down exercises
All sessions will be supervised by a trained exercise instructor. Participants will be encouraged to maintain adherence logs and report any adverse events. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will measure physical fitness parameters (Cooper test, 1-minute push-up and sit-up tests, flexibility) and health-related quality of life (SF-36). Receives: Behavioral: Physical Activity Training |
| Arm 2: Control Group | No intervention | Arm 2: Control Group (No Intervention) Intervention Type: No Intervention Intervention Description: Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily routine without participating in the structured physical activity program. They will be asked to avoid initiating any new exercise programs during the 8-week study period. Pre- and post-study assessments will be conducted using the same physical fitness and quality of life measures as the intervention group. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Title: 30-Meter Sprint Time
Description: The time required to complete a 30-meter maximal sprint. The best (fastest) of two trials is recorded.
Unit of Measure: Seconds
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Title: Upper Body Muscular Endurance
Description: The total number of correct push-ups completed within a 30-second period.
Unit of Measure: Number of repetitions
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Lower Body Explosive Power
Description: The distance jumped forward from a standing position, measured from the starting line to the point of contact at landing.
Unit of Measure: Centimeters
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Body Fat Percentage
Description: The percentage of total body fat as measured by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) using the TANITA TBF-300 device.
Unit of Measure: Percentage (%)
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Secondary outcomes (3)
Change in Body Mass Index (BMI)
Description: Calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared (kg/m2).Unit of Measure: kg/m2 (Weight and height will be combined to report BMI in kg/m².)
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Change in Physical Activity Level
Description: Measured using the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). This questionnaire assesses the time spent being physically active in the last 7 days.
Unit of Measure: MET-minutes per week Full Scale Name: International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) Minimum Value: 0 (Theoretically) Maximum Value: No upper limit (varies according to the individual's reported activity duration).
Interpretation: Higher scores indicate a better outcome. A higher MET-minute/week value suggests that the individual has a more active and physically healthier lifestyle.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Change in Quality of Life Score
Description: Measured using the Short Form-36 (SF-36) Health Survey. Higher scores indicate better health-related quality of life.
Unit of Measure: Score on a scale Full Scale Name: Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) Minimum Value: 0 Maximum Value: 100 Interpretation: Higher scores indicate a better outcome. A score of 100 represents complete health and high quality of life, while a score of 0 represents significant health limitations and low quality of life.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted24 Mar 2026
- Study start20 Sep 2025
- Primary completion20 Oct 2025
- Study completion15 Mar 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
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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
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- This study uses a randomized, parallel-group design. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which will complete an 8-week structured physical activity training program, or a control group that maintains their usual daily routine. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted to evaluate changes in physical fitness parameters and health-related quality of life.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Büşra SOLMAZ AYDIN
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Büşra SOLMAZ AYDIN, Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07490821
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 04-2025/59
- Status last verified
- Mar 2026
- First submitted
- 13 Nov 2025
- Last updated
- 24 Mar 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: Plan Description: De-identified individual participant data (IPD) from this study will be made available to other researchers upon reasonable request after publication of primary results. Data will be shared via a secure repository and will include physical fitness test scores, SF-36 questionnaire responses, and demographic information, with all personal identifiers removed. Requests can be submitted to the principal investigator at bsolmaz@kmu.edu.tr .
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 24 Mar 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Physical Activity Training on Physical Fitness and Quality of Life in Paramedic Students
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07490821
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 04-2025/59
- Conditions
- Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Healthy Lifestyle, Health Promotion
- Keywords
- Physical Fitness, Quality of Life, Physical Activity, Paramedics, Allied Health Personnel, Exercise, Body Composition, Health Promotion
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Active, not recruiting
- Enrolment
- 60 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Büşra SOLMAZ AYDINUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Sep 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 20 Oct 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 15 Mar 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 24 Mar 2026 (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.
Brief Title: Effects of an 8-week physical activity program in paramedic students (RCT) Official Title: EFFECTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINING ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PARAMEDIC STUDENTS
This randomized controlled trial aims to examine the effects of regular physical activity training on physical fitness and quality of life in paramedic students. The study plans an eight-week physical activity program for paramedic students studying healthcare. The program will consist of exercises designed to improve physical endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, and overall physical performance.
Main Hypothesis (H₁):
Regular physical activity training will significantly improve the physical fitness level and quality of life of paramedic students.
H₁a: Regular physical activity training increases the cardiovascular endurance of paramedic students.
H₁b: Regular physical activity training significantly improves students' muscle strength and flexibility.
H₁c: Students' body mass index (BMI) values are positively affected after regular physical activity training.
H₁d: Students who participated in the physical activity program had significantly higher quality of life scores (SF-36 subscales) than the control group.
This randomized controlled trial will test the effectiveness of an 8-week, 3-day-per-week physical activity program to assess physical fitness and quality of life in paramedic students. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention (exercise program) or a standard-of-care/waiting control group. Primary outcomes include physical endurance (short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)) and the SF-36 total score. Measurements will be taken at pre-intervention, after 8 weeks, and at 3-month follow-up.
Study Type: Interventional. Allocation: Randomized. Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment. Masking: None
Primary Outcome Measures:
Change in physical endurance (distance, meters) with physical activity exercises - from baseline to week 8.
Change in health-related quality of life by SF-36 total score - from baseline to week 8.
Time Frame: Baseline, week 8, 3-month follow-up.
The study suggests that regular physical activity-based training programs can improve both the professional resilience and quality of life of paramedic students. These findings are expected to contribute to the inclusion of physical activity-based modules in health education programs and positively impact the professional productivity of future paramedics.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- This study uses a randomized, parallel-group design. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which will complete an 8-week structured physical activity training program, or a control group that maintains their usual daily routine. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted to evaluate changes in physical fitness parameters and health-related quality of life.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Arm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) | Experimental | Behavioral: Physical Activity TrainingArm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) Intervention Type: Behavioral Intervention Description: Participants in the intervention group will complete an 8-week structured physical activity program. The program consists of three sessions per week, each lasting 60 minutes: 30 minutes cardiovascular exercise (walking, jogging, or interval training at moderate intensity) 20 minutes strength training (bodyweight exercises and resistance band exercises targeting major muscle groups) 10 minutes flexibility and cool-down exercises All sessions will be supervised by a trained exercise instructor. Participants will be encouraged to maintain adherence logs and report any adverse events. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will measure physical fitness parameters (Cooper test, 1-minute push-up and sit-up tests, flexibility) and health-related quality of life (SF-36). |
| Arm 2: Control Group | No intervention | –Arm 2: Control Group (No Intervention) Intervention Type: No Intervention Intervention Description: Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily routine without participating in the structured physical activity program. They will be asked to avoid initiating any new exercise programs during the 8-week study period. Pre- and post-study assessments will be conducted using the same physical fitness and quality of life measures as the intervention group. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 30 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (0 listed)
Key exclusion criteria (5 listed)
- History of cardiovascular, respiratory, or musculoskeletal conditions contraindicating exercise
- Pregnancy
- Participation in another structured exercise program within the last 6 months
- Any medical condition that would interfere with participation or pose risk during exercise, as determined by a physician
- Inability to comply with the study schedule or procedures
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Activity TrainingArm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) Intervention Type: Behavioral Intervention Description: Participants in the intervention group will complete an 8-week structured physical activity program. The program consists of three sessions per week, each lasting 60 minutes: 30 minutes cardiovascular exercise (walking, jogging, or interval training at moderate intensity) 20 minutes strength training (bodyweight exercises and resistance band exercises targeting major muscle groups) 10 minutes flexibility and cool-down exercises All sessions will be supervised by a trained exercise instructor. Participants will be encouraged to maintain adherence logs and report any adverse events. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will measure physical fitness parameters Arm 2: Control Group Participants in the control group will continue their usual daily routine without participating in the structured physical activity program. | Behavioural | Arm 1: Physical Activity Training (Intervention Group) |
Primary outcome
Title: 30-Meter Sprint Time
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Description: The time required to complete a 30-meter maximal sprint. The best (fastest) of two trials is recorded. Unit of Measure: Seconds
Title: Upper Body Muscular Endurance
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Description: The total number of correct push-ups completed within a 30-second period. Unit of Measure: Number of repetitions
Lower Body Explosive Power
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Description: The distance jumped forward from a standing position, measured from the starting line to the point of contact at landing. Unit of Measure: Centimeters
Body Fat Percentage
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Description: The percentage of total body fat as measured by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) using the TANITA TBF-300 device. Unit of Measure: Percentage (%)
3 secondary outcomes
Change in Body Mass Index (BMI)
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Change in Physical Activity Level
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Change in Quality of Life Score
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 24 Mar 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. Plan Description: De-identified individual participant data (IPD) from this study will be made available to other researchers upon reasonable request after publication of primary results. Data will be shared via a secure repository and will include physical fitness test scores, SF-36 questionnaire responses, and demographic information, with all personal identifiers removed. Requests can be submitted to the principal investigator at bsolmaz@kmu.edu.tr .
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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.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Physical Activity Training in people with Physical Fitness and Quality of Life, run by Büşra SOLMAZ AYDIN at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 0 inclusion and 5 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: under way, not looking for participants, as of the sponsor's last update on 24 Mar 2026. 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Title: 30-Meter Sprint Time (time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks). 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 24 Mar 2026.