Table 2 Intensity and duration of the continuous aerobic exercise program
Phase | No. of bouts per session | Bout duration (min) | Intensity (HRR) |
|---|---|---|---|
1: Initial | |||
 Week 1 to 3 | 3 | 5 | 55% |
 Week 4 to 6 | 3 | 7 | 60% |
2: Improvement | |||
 Week 7 to 9 | 3 | 8 | 60% |
 Week 10 to 12 | 3 | 9 | 65% |
 Week 13 to 16 | 3 | 10 | 70% |
3: Maintenance | |||
 Week 17 to 20 | 3 | 10 | 75% |
 Week 21 to 24 | 3 | 10 | 75–85% |