HypertensionBPFITNCT07084337
Effects of a Bodypump Training Program on Resting Blood Pressure and Physical Fitness in Sedentary Older Adults With Hypertension
A study testing Bodypump Training Program in people with Hypertension and Older Adults, run by Universidad de Extremadura at 1 site in Spain.
Trial summary
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an eight-week Bodypump® group training program on resting blood pressure and physical fitness in sedentary older adults with hypertension. Bodypump is a choreographed resistance exercise class performed in groups, guided by certified instructors, and accompanied by music. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 55 years and older
- Conditions the study is for
- Hypertension, Older Adults, Functional Capacity
- What is being tested?
- Bodypump Training Program
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 32 participants
- Where
- 1 siteSpain
- Study dates
- 13 Jan 2025to 10 Mar 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 55 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Age over 55 years
- Clinical diagnosis of hypertension
- Sedentary lifestyle for the past six months
- Medical clearance to participate in supervised physical activity
- Minimum functional fitness to perform testing and Bodypump exercises
Who cannot join
- Orthopedic or cardiovascular conditions that contraindicate physical exercise
- Unstable or uncontrolled hypertension
- Participation in any other structured exercise programme during the intervention
- Inability to perform the functional tests or Bodypump sessions safely
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an eight-week Bodypump® group training program on resting blood pressure and physical fitness in sedentary older adults with hypertension. Bodypump is a choreographed resistance exercise class performed in groups, guided by certified instructors, and accompanied by music. It uses light weights and high repetitions, making it accessible and engaging for older individuals.
Thirty-two participants aged 55 and older with a medical diagnosis of hypertension were randomly assigned to either an intervention group (Bodypump classes, 3 times per week for 8 weeks) or a control group that maintained their usual sedentary behavior.
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The main outcome was resting blood pressure (systolic and diastolic). Secondary outcomes included measures of functional fitness assessed using the Senior Fitness Test (SFT) battery: lower and upper body strength, aerobic endurance, agility, and balance.
Results showed a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the Bodypump group compared to the control group. Participants also experienced significant improvements in physical performance measures.
This study suggests that structured group-based resistance training programs such as Bodypump are an effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving cardiovascular health and functional fitness in older adults with hypertension.
- Conditions
- Hypertension, Older Adults, Functional Capacity, Resistance Training
- Being tested
- Bodypump Training Program
- Medical subject headings
- Hypertension
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Bodypump Training ProgramBehavioural
Participants in this group performed a structured 8-week Bodypump program consisting of three sessions per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), each lasting 45 minutes. The sessions followed the official Les Mills format, incorporating choreographed resistance exercises using barbells, weight plates, and a step platform. All movements were synchronized with music and led by certified instructors. Participants completed high-repetition, low-load exercises (~20% of 1RM) targeting major muscle groups. Exercises were adapted to individual capabilities to ensure safety and promote adherence.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Bodypump Group | Experimental | Not described Receives: Behavioral: Bodypump Training Program |
| Group Control | No intervention | Not described |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Resting Blood Pressure (Systolic and Diastolic)
Change in systolic and diastolic blood pressure measured using an Omron M3 Intellisense automatic monitor. Measurements were taken at baseline and at 8 weeks, following standardized procedures.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks of intervention.
Resting Blood Pressure
Change in systolic and diastolic blood pressure measured using an Omron M3 Intellisense automatic monitor. Measurements were taken at baseline and at 8 weeks, following standardized procedures.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks of intervention.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted24 Jul 2025
- Study start13 Jan 2025
- Primary completion10 Mar 2025
- Study completion10 Mar 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for HypertensionStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 32 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Universidad de Extremadura
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Manuel Jesús Rodríguez Chavarría, Universidad de Extremadura
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07084337
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- BP-AH-FIT
- Acronym
- BPFIT
- Status last verified
- Jul 2025
- First submitted
- 16 Jul 2025
- Last updated
- 1 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 1 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of a Bodypump Training Program on Resting Blood Pressure and Physical Fitness in Sedentary Older Adults With Hypertension
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07084337
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- BPFIT / BP-AH-FIT
- Conditions
- Hypertension, Older Adults, Functional Capacity, Resistance Training
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 32 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Universidad de ExtremaduraUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 13 Jan 2025 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 10 Mar 2025 (actual)
- Study completion
- 10 Mar 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 24 Jul 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an eight-week Bodypump® group training program on resting blood pressure and physical fitness in sedentary older adults with hypertension. Bodypump is a choreographed resistance exercise class performed in groups, guided by certified instructors, and accompanied by music. It uses light weights and high repetitions, making it accessible and engaging for older individuals.
Thirty-two participants aged 55 and older with a medical diagnosis of hypertension were randomly assigned to either an intervention group (Bodypump classes, 3 times per week for 8 weeks) or a control group that maintained their usual sedentary behavior.
The main outcome was resting blood pressure (systolic and diastolic). Secondary outcomes included measures of functional fitness assessed using the Senior Fitness Test (SFT) battery: lower and upper body strength, aerobic endurance, agility, and balance.
Results showed a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the Bodypump group compared to the control group. Participants also experienced significant improvements in physical performance measures.
This study suggests that structured group-based resistance training programs such as Bodypump are an effective non-pharmacological intervention for improving cardiovascular health and functional fitness in older adults with hypertension.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Bodypump Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Bodypump Training Program |
| Group Control | No intervention | – |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 55 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Age over 55 years
- Clinical diagnosis of hypertension
- Sedentary lifestyle for the past six months
- Medical clearance to participate in supervised physical activity
- Minimum functional fitness to perform testing and Bodypump exercises
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Orthopedic or cardiovascular conditions that contraindicate physical exercise
- Unstable or uncontrolled hypertension
- Participation in any other structured exercise programme during the intervention
- Inability to perform the functional tests or Bodypump sessions safely
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Bodypump Training ProgramParticipants in this group performed a structured 8-week Bodypump program consisting of three sessions per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), each lasting 45 minutes. The sessions followed the official Les Mills format, incorporating choreographed resistance exercises using barbells, weight plates, and a step platform. All movements were synchronized with music and led by certified instructors. Participants completed high-repetition, low-load exercises (~20% of 1RM) targeting major muscle groups. Exercises were adapted to individual capabilities to ensure safety and promote adherence. | Behavioural | Bodypump Group |
Primary outcome
Resting Blood Pressure (Systolic and Diastolic)
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks of intervention.
Change in systolic and diastolic blood pressure measured using an Omron M3 Intellisense automatic monitor. Measurements were taken at baseline and at 8 weeks, following standardized procedures.
Resting Blood Pressure
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks of intervention.
Change in systolic and diastolic blood pressure measured using an Omron M3 Intellisense automatic monitor. Measurements were taken at baseline and at 8 weeks, following standardized procedures.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 1 Aug 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Bodypump Training Program in people with Hypertension and Older Adults, run by Universidad de Extremadura at 1 site in Spain.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 1 Aug 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Spain. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Resting Blood Pressure (Systolic and Diastolic) (time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks of intervention.). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 1 Aug 2025.