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This study compared the effects of bodyweight exercises with kettlebell resistance training on important body composition measures in male young adults. A passive control group was also included. Data from 18 young male participants, with an average age of (20.43±2.18) years, were included in the final analysis. The participants were divided into three groups at random: body weight resistance training group (BWRTG, n=6), kettlebell resistance training group (KRTG, n=6), and the control group (CG, n=6), which had no training. Body composition was evaluated through various metrics, including skeletal mass, body fat mass, body mass index, body fat percentage, waist-to-hip ratio, and visceral fat area. The 12-week progressive training programs for KRTG and BWRTG were structured with defined sets, repetitions, and intensity modifications. The results revealed that both the KRTG and BWRTG groups showed similar effects on body fat mass (p=0.032, ES=0.22; p=0.021, ES=0.29), body fat percentage (p=0.040, ES=0.22; p=0.037, ES=0.21), and visceral fat area (p=0.004, ES=0.36; p=0.002, ES=0.60). A significant improvement in the waist-to-hip ratio was observed in the KRTG group (p=0.036, ES=0.36), while no significant change was seen in the BWRTG group (p=0.036, ES=0.52). The results show that the 12-week KRTG and BWRTG regimens had comparable benefits on reductions in visceral fat area, body fat mass, and body fat percentage. These results indicate that both training methods are suitable for individuals aiming to enhance body composition, with kettlebell training providing an extra advantage in decreasing waist-to-hip ratio. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Adolescent parenting presents significant challenges for mothers, often leading to elevated levels of stress and anxiety that can adversely affect their well-being and parenting effectiveness. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of yoga alone and in combination with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) in managing stress and anxiety among mothers of adolescent children. In this randomized controlled trial, 90 participants aged 35-55 years (mean age 44.56±4.58 years), each with at least one child aged 13-19 years, were randomly assigned to one of three groups: control, yoga, or yoga with NLP. Interventions were conducted over 12 weeks, with outcome measures assessed pre- and post-intervention by trained research assistants blinded to group allocation. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), were utilized to evaluate outcomes. Both intervention groups demonstrated significant reductions in depression, anxiety, and stress levels compared to the control group. The yoga with NLP group exhibited superior improvements across all primary outcomes, with statistically significant differences noted in depression (mean difference =7.1, p<0.001), anxiety (mean difference =5.1, p<0.001) and stress levels (mean difference =5.5, p<0.001). Additionally, sleep quality improved significantly in both intervention groups, with the yoga with NLP group showing greater benefits. This study provides evidence that yoga, particularly in combination with NLP, is an effective non-pharmacological approach for reducing stress and anxiety and improving sleep quality among mothers of adolescents. These findings support the integration of mind-body practices into mental health care, highlighting the potential synergistic benefits of combining physical and cognitive interventions. Future research should explore long-term effects and the mechanisms underlying these improvements. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]