The Effect of Inspiratory Muscle Training on Health-Related Fitness in College Students

Lili Qin, Siyu Liu, Shuang Hu, Linlin Feng, Huan Wang, Xingzhou Gong, Wei Xuan () and Tianfeng Lu ()
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Lili Qin: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Siyu Liu: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Shuang Hu: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Linlin Feng: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Huan Wang: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Xingzhou Gong: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Wei Xuan: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China
Tianfeng Lu: Department of Physical Education, Sports and Health Research Center, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China

IJERPH, 2024, vol. 21, issue 8, 1-12

Abstract: In an era characterized by rapid economic growth and evolving lifestyles, college students encounter numerous challenges, encompassing academic pressures and professional competition. The respiratory muscle endurance capability is important for college students during prolonged aerobic exercise. Therefore, it is of great significance to explore an effective intervention to enhance the endurance level of college students. This study explores the transformative potential of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) to improve the physical functions of college students. This research comprised a group of 20 participants who underwent IMT integrated into their daily physical education classes or regular training sessions over an 8-week period, with 18 participants forming the control group. The IMT group adhered to the manufacturer’s instructions for utilizing the PowerBreathe device. The findings indicated a significant positive effect on inspiratory muscle strength ( p < 0.001), showing improvements in pulmonary function, exercise tolerance, cardiac function, and overall athletic performance. These results revealed the substantial benefits of IMT in enhancing physical fitness and promoting health maintenance among college students.

Keywords: physical fitness; inspiratory muscle training; athletic performance (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I I1 I3 Q Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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