Control group
PROGRESSION
The subjects underwent a practice session 48 hours before the training. Pre- and post-training evaluations were carried out to determine the QF, H, and Leg Press values using the 1 RM test. The sessions started with a 10-min warm-up exercise on a stationary bike, followed by stretching exercises. The subjects performed resistance exercises equivalent to 30% of their 1 RM twice a week for 8 weeks, with at least 48 hours between sessions. Each session lasted an average of 15 min and consisted of 3 sets of 10 repetitions with a 60 seconds rest between sets. The exercises were performed using Leg Press, Leg Curl, and Quadriceps Extension machines. Progression was achieved in the exercise protocol, with increased sets and repetitions in the 4th week of the study. The number of sets was increased to 4, and the number of repetitions was increased to 15. Finally, each session concluded with a cool-down period of 10 min of light-paced walking on the treadmill.