Attitudes and patients' perspectives on periodised resistance training
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Attitudes and patients' perspectives on the use of periodised resistance training to decrease chemotherapy related side effects and facilitate rehabilitation
IRAS ID
252377
Contact name
James Metcalfe
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Hull
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 0 months, 16 days
Research summary
Resistance training is a form of exercise that requires an individual to lift ones body weight or an external load to improve body composition and physical function. In most cases, resistance training has been shown to be a safe and effective method to reduce treatment-related side effects during and after the treatment of cancer. However, despite these findings, the prescription of resistance training within cancer populations remains basic and underdeveloped.
Periodisation is a method regularly used by health professionals to plan, structure and manipulate training variables such as volume, intensity and frequency to maximise physical function and avoid overtraining. Periodisation primarily focuses on dividing training into small manageable phases lasting between 2-6 weeks; with each phase designed specifically to develop a particular aspect of physical function. We believe such an approach to exercise planning and prescription may yield multiple benefits within cancer populations, particularly when planning and structuring exercise around treatment schedules and side effects. Unfortunately, data examining the concept of periodisation and its application in clinical populations is scarce.
This study will distribute questionnaires to individuals aged 18 or above, who are currently undergoing or have previously undergone cancer treatment. The aim of the questionnaire is to explore individuals’ attitudes and perspectives on the use of periodised resistance training to decrease chemotherapy-related side effects and facilitate rehabilitation.
Individuals will be required to complete a questionnaire investigating individuals’ backgrounds, views surrounding the appropriate design and delivery of future exercise programmes, and general attitudes and perspectives towards the incorporation of periodised resistance training during cancer treatment and rehabilitation.
The results of this questionnaire will be used to highlight individuals’ barriers and perceived benefits to participation in periodised resistance training. In addition, the results will help inform the design and delivery of future clinical exercise trials with the aim of enhancing programme efficacy, recruitment and adherence.
REC name
Yorkshire & The Humber - South Yorkshire Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
20/YH/0299
Date of REC Opinion
11 Dec 2020
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion