Effect of 12-week physical training on fat reduction of college students
Abstract
This paper focuses on 184 students from University A as the experimental subjects. Aiming to explore the impact of physical training on fat reduction with a biomechanical approach, a comprehensive physical training experiment scheme is designed using various methods. The students in the experimental group undergo training four times a week. Through a detailed analysis of the students’ morphology, body composition, body function, and physical quality indicators from a biomechanical standpoint both before and after the experiment, in-depth insights are gained. The results indicate that before the experiment, there is no significant difference between the experimental group and the control group, demonstrating homogeneity. After the 12-week training, several biomechanically-related changes occur. In terms of morphology, the physical structure of the body is affected by the training. For instance, changes in muscle mass distribution can alter the body’s center of mass and movement mechanics. Regarding body composition, significant differences emerge between the control group and the experimental group. Biomechanically, these changes can be related to the way the body adapts to the physical stress of training, such as increased muscle density and reduced fat mass, which also influence the body’s mechanical properties and movement efficiency. In terms of physical fitness, some indicators of the experimental group show statistical significance from a biomechanical perspective. The improvement in physical fitness, such as enhanced strength and endurance, is related to the biomechanical adaptations of the body during training. For example, the strengthening of muscle-tendon units and the optimization of joint mobility contribute to better movement performance. In contrast, the control group shows no such differences. This study provides valuable insights into improving the fat-reduction effect of college students from a biomechanical perspective. It also offers practical guidance for promoting the construction of fat-reduction work in schools by taking into account the biomechanical principles underlying physical training.
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