The Effect Of Aerobic Exercise In Mild And Moderate Intensity On The Number Of Platelets In Young Women At Prima Indonesia University In 2008

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The Effect of Aerobic Exercise Mild and Moderate Intensity on the Number of Platelets in Young Women at Prima University Indonesia

In recent years, the importance of regular physical activity has been widely recognized as a crucial factor in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that more than two million deaths each year are caused by a lack of physical activity, with non-communicable and degenerative diseases contributing 60% of total deaths and 43% of the burden of global disease. Therefore, the application of appropriate aerobic exercises can significantly contribute to improving physical health. This study aims to investigate the effect of aerobic exercise, both with mild and moderate intensity, on the number of platelets in young women at Prima Indonesia University in 2008.

Platelets play a crucial role in the overall blood clotting system and health. An increase in the number of platelets may occur as a positive response from the body to regular physical activity, which stimulates blood circulation and improves metabolic conditions. However, the relationship between aerobic exercise and platelet production is not well understood, and further research is needed to explore this topic. This study aims to fill this knowledge gap by investigating the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in young women.

This study involved 30 students aged 18 to 20 years from the Midwifery D III Study Program in the 2007/2008 academic year. The subjects were divided into three groups: the control group, the group that performed a mild intensity aerobic exercise, and the group that carried out moderate intensity aerobic exercises. For three weeks, each group underwent training programs by climbing and down the bench as high as 33 cm three times a week. The exercise program implemented had a different training load; the aerobic group of mild intensity practiced at 59% of their HRMAX (Heart Rate Max), while the aerobic group intensity practiced at 79% of HRMAX.

The results showed a significant difference in the amount of platelets in the aerobic exercise group of mild intensity (p = 0.03) and moderate intensity groups (p = 0.02) when compared to the control group (p = 0.81), which did not indicate meaningful change. Analysis conducted using the normality test and paired T test confirms that both mild and moderate intensity aerobic exercises can increase the amount of platelets.

The increase in the number of platelets may occur as a positive response from the body to regular physical activity, which stimulates blood circulation and improves metabolic conditions. The importance of this study lies in the understanding that involvement in regular physical activity not only prevents disease, but also improves vital body function, such as platelet production. In the current context of society, which is often trapped in a sedentary lifestyle, the results of this study can be an encouragement for young women and young women to participate in regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Overall, this research emphasizes the need to integrate physical activity in daily routines, especially for young women, to promote health and prevent the risk of disease in the future. Aerobic exercises not only function as a means to improve physical fitness, but can also contribute to significant blood health improvement. The results of this study provide valuable insights into the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in young women and highlight the importance of regular physical activity in maintaining overall health.

Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

  • Young women should participate in regular aerobic exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle to improve physical fitness and promote health.
  • Physical activity should be integrated into daily routines, especially for young women, to prevent the risk of disease in the future.
  • Further research is needed to explore the relationship between aerobic exercise and platelet production in different populations.

This study has several limitations, including:

  • The sample size was relatively small, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
  • The study only investigated the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in young women and did not explore other potential outcomes, such as cardiovascular health or mental well-being.
  • The study only used a short-term exercise program, which may not be representative of the long-term effects of regular physical activity.

Future studies should aim to:

  • Investigate the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in different populations, such as older adults or individuals with chronic diseases.
  • Explore the relationship between aerobic exercise and other potential outcomes, such as cardiovascular health or mental well-being.
  • Use longer-term exercise programs to investigate the long-term effects of regular physical activity on platelet production and overall health.
    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Platelet Production

A: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of aerobic exercise, both with mild and moderate intensity, on the number of platelets in young women at Prima Indonesia University in 2008.

A: This study is significant because it highlights the importance of regular physical activity in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. The results of this study provide valuable insights into the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in young women and emphasize the need to integrate physical activity into daily routines.

A: The relationship between aerobic exercise and platelet production is not well understood, and further research is needed to explore this topic. However, the results of this study suggest that both mild and moderate intensity aerobic exercises can increase the amount of platelets, which are important in the overall blood clotting system and health.

A: Regular physical activity has numerous benefits, including:

  • Improving physical fitness
  • Promoting health and preventing disease
  • Improving vital body function, such as platelet production
  • Reducing the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes

A: Anyone can benefit from regular physical activity, regardless of age or fitness level. However, young women and individuals with chronic diseases may particularly benefit from regular physical activity to improve their health and prevent disease.

A: This study has several limitations, including:

  • The sample size was relatively small, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
  • The study only investigated the effect of aerobic exercise on the number of platelets in young women and did not explore other potential outcomes, such as cardiovascular health or mental well-being.
  • The study only used a short-term exercise program, which may not be representative of the long-term effects of regular physical activity.

A: Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made:

  • Young women should participate in regular aerobic exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle to improve physical fitness and promote health.
  • Physical activity should be integrated into daily routines, especially for young women, to prevent the risk of disease in the future.
  • Further research is needed to explore the relationship between aerobic exercise and platelet production in different populations.

A: The implications of this study for public health are significant. The results of this study highlight the importance of regular physical activity in maintaining overall health and preventing disease. Public health initiatives should emphasize the need for regular physical activity and provide resources and support for individuals to engage in regular exercise.

A: The next steps for this research include:

  • Conducting further studies to explore the relationship between aerobic exercise and platelet production in different populations.
  • Investigating the long-term effects of regular physical activity on platelet production and overall health.
  • Developing public health initiatives to promote regular physical activity and improve health outcomes.