EFFECT OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF MUSIC ON CARDIO-RESPIRATORY VARIABLES AMONG OBESE YOUNG ADULTS: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Background: Obesity is one of the major public health problems affecting every region of the globe. Obesity is a prevalent form of malnutrition that can lead to adverse metabolic effects. The risk of heart disease and diabetes increases steadily with increasing body mass index (BMI). Exercise physiology shows a growing interest in the possible physiological and psychological effects of music. Exercisers who listen to music are encouraged to keep up the effort while being diverted from their physical exhaustion.

Objectives: To evaluate the effects of different types of music on cardio and respiratory Variables among overweight and obese young adults.

Method: A review of observational, experimental, randomized control trials, and cross-sectional studies were performed. SCOPUS, Google Scholar, EBSCO and PubMed were searched using music, HRV, and obese, overweight young adults.

Result: A total of 37 studies were identified of which 13 studies were published between 2011-2023 and were included in the study. 6 studies included in our study showed positive effects of music on the rate of perceived exertion, and cardiorespiratory fitness which could be a good strategy for obese young adults.

Conclusion: This study concluded that there is a significant relationship between the different types of music along with exercise on cardiorespiratory fitness in young obese adults. The moderate quality of evidence in many studies indicates a need for further research to solidify these findings and explore new therapeutic avenues.