The effects of different intensity walking programs on serum blood lipids, high-sensitive C-reactive protein, and lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 in premenopausal women

This study examined the effects of 12 weeks of walking programs on serum lipids, high-sensitive C-reactive protein, and lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2. Twenty-six pre-menopausal women (30-49 years) completed 12 weeks of walking programs either at moderate or high intensity (50-55%, 70-75% maximum heart rate reserve, respectively). Estimated maximal oxygen consumption was assessed with a 2-km walking test; body composition, blood lipids, high-sensitive C-reactive protein, and lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 were measured before and after the study. Maximal oxygen consumption increased, favoring high-intensity group; body weights, percent body fat (p