The Effect of A Weight-Loss Diet in Women Doing Reformer Pilates: A 12-Week Evaluation

Aim: This study aims to define the effect of a weight-loss diet on body composition in women doing reformer pilates for 12 weeks. It compares dietary habits subject groups with and without macro micronutrient intakes at beginning end study. Method: A total 49 (≥18 age) were randomly allocated either control (CG: pilates; n=23) or (SG: pilates+weight-loss diet; n=26) group. In both groups, subjects did 45 minutes day three times week Their weight (kg), waist circumference (cm), hip neck mid-upper arm composition, waist/height ratio, mass index (BMI; kg/m2) evaluated third month Dietary all questioned, their 24-hour retrospective food consumption was taken, physical activity levels through International Physical Activity Questionnaire (Short Form). Results: The use vitamin mineral supplements SG lower than CG (p=0.003). twelve-week evaluation showed significantly higher increase protein calcium (p<0.05). SG, decrease determined weight, BMI, circumference, Basal Metabolic Rate, muscle, water, compared Conclusion: Pilates combined has more positive effects alone. Providing training counseling who practice will health benefits exercise.