Field and Home Exercise Program for Improving Function in Iraqi Rural Women

"Participants engaged in a hybrid exercise program that included:~In-field sessions held twice weekly at a local sports facility (45-60 minutes per session, including rest).~Remote sessions delivered via pre-recorded videos through WhatsApp, with ongoing monitoring and feedback.~Exercises included walking, jogging, full-body stretching, and strength training targeting the trunk, limbs, and weak muscle groups (shoulders, back, knees).~The program aimed to reduce joint and muscle pain, improve strength and flexibility, and support daily functional activities.~Pre- and post-intervention assessments included muscle strength (via hand dynamometer), flexibility tests, BMI, and self-reported pain using the NRS-11 scale."