Cognitive Function and Well-BeingNCT07119684
The Effect of Duration and Frequency of Walking Exercise on Cognitive Functions
A study testing Short-Duration Walking Exercise and Long-Duration Walking Exercise in people with Cognitive Function and Well-Being and Healthy Participants, run by Gazi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Physical activity is very important for staying healthy and improving how well our brain works. Walking is a simple and easy way to exercise that can help people of all ages feel better physically and mentally. It's affordable, easy to do, and doesn't require special equipment. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 25 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Cognitive Function and Well-Being, Healthy Participants, Walking
- What is being tested?
- Short-Duration Walking Exercise and Long-Duration Walking Exercise
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 35 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Jan 2024to 16 Feb 2024
- 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 18 to 25 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Female
- Aged between 18 and 25 years
- Sedentary lifestyle, defined as taking <5000 steps/day in the previous week
- Non-smoker
- Having a work or school schedule that allows consistent participation in the 6-week walking program
- Able to walk on a treadmill
- Provided written informed consent
Who cannot join
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m²
- Participation in another regular exercise program during the study period
- Neurological conditions (e.g., stroke, epilepsy)
- Severe cardiovascular conditions (e.g., heart failure, arrhythmias)
- Any physical limitation that prevents safe walking on a treadmill
- Pregnancy
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Duration and Frequency of Walking Exercise on Cognitive Functions: A Randomized Controlled Comparative Study
Physical activity is very important for staying healthy and improving how well our brain works. Walking is a simple and easy way to exercise that can help people of all ages feel better physically and mentally. It's affordable, easy to do, and doesn't require special equipment. Walking can improve memory, thinking speed, and problem-solving skills, which are important for everyday life.
This study looks at whether doing shorter walks more often (like three 10-minute walks a day) is as good for the brain as doing one longer walk (one 30-minute walk a day). This is important because many people find it hard to fit long exercise sessions into their day due to busy schedules, health issues, or personal preferences.
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By understanding which way of walking helps the brain the most, doctors and patients can choose exercise plans that are easier to stick to and still improve thinking skills. This study will compare these two walking routines over 6 weeks to see how they affect brain health.
This clinical trial investigates the cognitive effects of two different walking exercise protocols over a 6-week period. Participants will either complete three daily 10-minute walking sessions or a single continuous 30-minute walking session. The study aims to determine whether shorter, more frequent exercise sessions provide cognitive benefits comparable to a longer, single session. Outcomes will focus on improvements in memory, processing speed, and executive function. Findings will inform recommendations for accessible and flexible exercise programs to enhance cognitive health.
- Being tested
- Short-Duration Walking Exercise, Long-Duration Walking Exercise
- Keywords
- Exercise Duration, Exercise Frequency, Cognitive Function, Walking Exercise
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Short-Duration Walking ExerciseBehavioural
articipants performed three 10-minute walking sessions per day, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate on a treadmill.
Long-Duration Walking ExerciseBehavioural
Participants performed one continuous 30-minute walking session per day, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate on a treadmill.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Short-Duration Walking Group | Experimental | Participants walked 3 sessions of 10 minutes per day, five days a week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate. Receives: Behavioral: Short-Duration Walking Exercise |
| Long-Duration Walking Group | Active comparator | Participants walked 1 continuous 30-minute session per day, five days a week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate. Receives: Behavioral: Long-Duration Walking Exercise |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) Score
Main endpoint; large effect size; reflects executive function \& speed
Measured: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention
Secondary outcomes (1)
Change in Stroop Test
Exploring other areas the intervention might influence (e.g., different aspects of cognitive function).
Measured: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted13 Aug 2025
- Study start1 Jan 2024
- Primary completion16 Feb 2024
- Study completion16 Feb 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Cognitive Function and Well-BeingStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Gazi UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- 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
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Two groups (10-minute walking group vs. 30-minute walking group) Each group receives a different intervention Participants stay in the same group throughout the study (no crossover)
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Investigator, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 35 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Gazi University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Zeynep Tuna, Gazi University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07119684
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- cognitiveshamelGazi
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 6 Aug 2025
- Last updated
- 13 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: Demographic data: age, height, weight, BMI Group assignment: 10-minute or 30-minute walking group Cognitive test scores: Stroop Test Word (STW) Stroop Test Color (STC) Stroop Test Word-Color (STWC) Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) Pre- and post-intervention scores for all cognitive assessments
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 13 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Duration and Frequency of Walking Exercise on Cognitive Functions: A Randomized Controlled Comparative Study
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07119684
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- cognitiveshamelGazi
- Keywords
- Exercise Duration, Exercise Frequency, Cognitive Function, Walking Exercise
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 35 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Gazi UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jan 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 16 Feb 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 16 Feb 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 13 Aug 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.
Physical activity is very important for staying healthy and improving how well our brain works. Walking is a simple and easy way to exercise that can help people of all ages feel better physically and mentally. It's affordable, easy to do, and doesn't require special equipment. Walking can improve memory, thinking speed, and problem-solving skills, which are important for everyday life.
This study looks at whether doing shorter walks more often (like three 10-minute walks a day) is as good for the brain as doing one longer walk (one 30-minute walk a day). This is important because many people find it hard to fit long exercise sessions into their day due to busy schedules, health issues, or personal preferences.
By understanding which way of walking helps the brain the most, doctors and patients can choose exercise plans that are easier to stick to and still improve thinking skills. This study will compare these two walking routines over 6 weeks to see how they affect brain health.
This clinical trial investigates the cognitive effects of two different walking exercise protocols over a 6-week period. Participants will either complete three daily 10-minute walking sessions or a single continuous 30-minute walking session. The study aims to determine whether shorter, more frequent exercise sessions provide cognitive benefits comparable to a longer, single session. Outcomes will focus on improvements in memory, processing speed, and executive function. Findings will inform recommendations for accessible and flexible exercise programs to enhance cognitive health.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Prevention
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (investigator, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Two groups (10-minute walking group vs. 30-minute walking group) Each group receives a different intervention Participants stay in the same group throughout the study (no crossover)
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Short-Duration Walking Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Short-Duration Walking ExerciseParticipants walked 3 sessions of 10 minutes per day, five days a week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate. |
| Long-Duration Walking Group | Active comparator | Behavioral: Long-Duration Walking ExerciseParticipants walked 1 continuous 30-minute session per day, five days a week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 25 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Female
- Aged between 18 and 25 years
- Sedentary lifestyle, defined as taking <5000 steps/day in the previous week
- Non-smoker
- Having a work or school schedule that allows consistent participation in the 6-week walking program
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m²
- Participation in another regular exercise program during the study period
- Neurological conditions (e.g., stroke, epilepsy)
- Severe cardiovascular conditions (e.g., heart failure, arrhythmias)
- Any physical limitation that prevents safe walking on a treadmill
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Short-Duration Walking Exercisearticipants performed three 10-minute walking sessions per day, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate on a treadmill. | Behavioural | Short-Duration Walking Group |
| Long-Duration Walking ExerciseParticipants performed one continuous 30-minute walking session per day, 5 days per week for 6 weeks, at 60% of their maximum heart rate on a treadmill. | Behavioural | Long-Duration Walking Group |
Primary outcome
Change in Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) Score
Time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention
Main endpoint; large effect size; reflects executive function \& speed
1 secondary outcome
Change in Stroop Test
Time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention
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 13 Aug 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. Demographic data: age, height, weight, BMI Group assignment: 10-minute or 30-minute walking group Cognitive test scores: Stroop Test Word (STW) Stroop Test Color (STC) Stroop Test Word-Color (STWC) Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) Pre- and post-intervention scores for all cognitive assessments
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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 Short-Duration Walking Exercise and Long-Duration Walking Exercise in people with Cognitive Function and Well-Being and Healthy Participants, run by Gazi University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
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 7 inclusion and 6 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 13 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 Turkey (Türkiye). 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?
Change in Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) Score (time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks post-intervention). 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 13 Aug 2025.