Effects of general obesity on heart rate variability in Thai people with physical inactivity

Abstract

Background: Obesity is an important risk factor of cardiovascular diseases. Heart rate variability (HRV), and maximum oxygen consumption (VO 2 max) are parameters of cardiorespiratory function for determining aerobic capacity. However, the studies that investigated the effects of obesity on HRV, pulmonary function and VO 2 max in male participants aged 40 and 50 years, have been limited.