The Effects of High-Intensity Functional Training in Tactical Populations

Description

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of high-intensity functional training (HIFT) as compared to traditional resistance training (RT) and concurrent training consisting of RT and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on physical performance metrics, body composition, and mental and physical readiness of tactical personnel.

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Healthy

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Study overview

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of high-intensity functional training (HIFT) as compared to traditional resistance training (RT) and concurrent training consisting of RT and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on physical performance metrics, body composition, and mental and physical readiness of tactical personnel.

The Effects of High-Intensity Functional Training Versus Traditional Strength Training or Concurrent Training on Performance and Readiness in Tactical Populations

The Effects of High-Intensity Functional Training in Tactical Populations

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Contacts and Locations

Columbia

University of South Carolina Sport Science Lab, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, 29208

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Males and females between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive) and enrolled in a reserve officer training corps program.
  • * Subject has provided written and dated informed consent to participate in the study.
  • * Subject is in good health as determined by medical history and is cleared for exercise.
  • * BMI between 17.0 and 29.9 kg/m2.
  • * "Good" category or greater for their aerobic capacity according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) normative data for their age and sex as measured at their baseline visit.
  • * Participants with any musculoskeletal injuries that would prevent completion of these exercise programs.
  • * Participants with any metabolic disorder, including known electrolyte abnormalities, uncontrolled diabetes, uncontrolled thyroid disease, adrenal disease, or hypogonadism.
  • * Participants with a history of hepatorenal, musculoskeletal, autoimmune, or neurologic disease.
  • * Participants who have lost or gained greater than eight pounds within three months prior to study enrollment.
  • * Participants currently taking hyperlipidemic, hypoglycemic, anti-hypertensive, or anti-coagulant medications.
  • * Participants who are pregnant or lactating.

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 35 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of South Carolina,

Study Record Dates

2026-01-01