Cardio Exercise Program For Women Plantation Worker
Dinan Mitsalina1, Bambang Kridasuwarso2, Eka Fitri Novita Sari3, Muhammad Imam Rahmatullah4, Novri Asri5

1 Sport Science, Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Jakarta Timur, Indonesia
2 Sports Coaching, Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Jakarta Timur, Indonesia
25Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Jakarta Timur, Indonesia
4Physical Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Negeri Riau, Riau, Indonesia

Abstract

This research investigates the assessment of VO2max, a crucial indicator of cardiovascular fitness, among woman plantation workers and evaluates the efficacy of a structured cardio training regimen. The study employed a Pre-Experimental Design with a One-Group Pretest-Posttest model, utilizing the Rockport test to measure VO2max levels both prior to and following the intervention. The intervention comprised a month-long aerobic dance program tailored specifically for this population, aimed at enhancing cardiovascular endurance. Quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis techniques were applied to evaluate the data. Results indicated a statistically significant improvement in VO2max levels among the participants, suggesting the aerobic dance program effectively enhanced cardiovascular fitness in this demographic. The findings underscore the potential benefits of targeted cardio exercise programs for improving physical fitness among woman plantation workers in Cisaat Village, Indonesia. Further research is recommended to explore other dimensions of physical fitness and to develop comprehensive training protocols for this population.

Keywords: cardio exercise, woman plantation workers, cardiovascular fitness

Topic: Sports Science (sport nutrition, sports biomechanics)