This study aims to compare the effects of Pilates, with its emphasis on proper breathing and muscle activation, and aerobic exercises, known for improving cardiovascular fitness, on dyspnea, anxiety, and functional capacity in COPD patients.
The both male and female participants will be included in the study.
The age of included participants will be 45-65 years old.
Diagnosed COPD patients of stage 2-3 according to gold criteria (moderate)
When the patients started the exercise program, they were stable, and none of them showed any clinical signs of neuromuscular or cardiovascular conditions that would prevent them from exercising.
Participants who had recent abdominal and chest surgeries will be excluded.
Patients having history of cardiac arrhythmias or potential ECG alterations,
Patients who are unable to follow commands.
Participants presented with severe neuro-musculoskeletal abnormalities.