Objectives: The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of Pilates and aerobic exercise on sleep quality and fatigue of female students in residence
Method: This study is a semi -experimental and interventional study. Sample includes 120 female students aged 18 to 26 years selected from three residences (Pilates, aerobic exercise and control group). Inclusion criteria include single, Iranian and healthy girls whose their general health were validated before coming to study, aged 18 to 26 years, no history of any regularly physical activities for last 6 months, Body mass index 19/8 to 26, lack of misuse the drug, lack of stressful experiences during the last 3 months. Exclusion criteria include lack of training for three continuous or five non-continuous sessions, lack of tendency to continue cooperation, use of effective foods for sleeping and fatigue such as coffee, espresso and energetic drinks, the occurrence of stressful experiences during the study. Interventions: Pilates exercise will be done for 8 weeks. Sample will exercise in the presence of an instructor and researcher 60 minutes per time, 3 times per week for 8 weeks and aerobic exercise will be done for 8 weeks too. Sample will exercise in the presence of an instructor and researcher 60 minutes per time, 3 times per week for 8 weeks. The control group continued their daily activities. The main outcome variables: Petersburg Quality of Sleep and Fatigue questionnaires will be completed 4 and 8 weeks after beginning intervention.