Table 2

Results of forward stepwise regression analysis to determine the best factors to predict changes in body fat percentage one year after participation in an exercise training programme

Major predictorsRR2SEMp Value
Body fat percentage after training0.930.860.30<0.03
Training mode (aerobic v aerobic + resistance)0.750.550.25<0.04
Training duration (minutes)0.760.570.01<0.04
Training length (weeks)0.730.530.31<0.05