Aim.

To Analyse the scientific interventions on Bodypump collective fitness activity, in terms of body composition, physical condition and psychological aspects, to synthesize the benefits of Bodypump practice.

Method.

Bibliographic search that included all articles published until March 15, 2020, in the Pubmed database. The keywords "Bodypump" or "fitness classes" have been used in the search, showing 78 articles. Those were not in the English language (1) and those did not include Bodypump practice in any of the experimental groups (64) were excluded, finally a total of 13 articles were analysed.

Results.

Among the acute effects, a 60-minute Bodypump class is develop at an average heart rate between 60 and 74% of the maximum heart rate, with a caloric expenditure of between 250 and 334 kcal. At the physiological and hormonal level, there were a significant increase in the concentration of lactate in the blood, as well as growth hormone and interleukin-6. The chronic effects, in terms of changes in anthropometry and body composition, happen when Bodypump is combined with indoor cycling. Finally, an increase in strength has been observed in both upper and lower limbs, as well as a significant improvement in the psychological variables of motivation for exercise and perception of health.

Conclusions.

The practice of Bodypump allows to improve the physical condition, psychological aspects and body composition, in the last case, to decrease weight and % of body fat, the Bodypump practice is not effective but itself and it is necessary to combine Bodypump with the practice of indoor cycling.

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