2.4.1. Physical Exercise
cardiorespiratory and neuromuscular fitness
Physical exercises were performed twice a week, focused on improving cardiorespiratory and neuromuscular fitness (mainly to improve functional capacity), lasting approximately 60 min per session. The training plan consisted of resistance exercises focused on large muscle groups, and cardiorespiratory exercises (which were performed on a treadmill, vertical/horizontal bicycle, or rowing ergometer). Each training was assembled individually, according to the needs of the participants [