Clinical trials: Light Intensity Physical Activity
Older Adults
STAND UP - Sedentary Behaviour in Older Adults: Investigating a New Therapeutic Paradigm
Research has shown that reducing the time spent sitting can reduce the risk of many diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease, and improve health.
- Trial name
- STAND-UP (NCT02453204)
- Testing
- Sitting, Standing, Walking
- Where
- 2 sites in United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 76 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Leicester
Aging, Sarcopenia
Resistance Exercise and Low-Intensity Physical Activity Breaks in Sedentary Time to Improve Muscle and Cardiometabolic Health
What are the effects of resistance exercise (RE) alone or RE plus low intensity physical activity (LPA) breaks in sedentary time (ST) on skeletal muscle health in older adults? What are the effects of resistance exercise (RE)…
- Conditions
- Aging, Sarcopenia, Disability Physical, Cardiovascular Diseases
- Trial name
- REALPA (NCT03771417)
- Testing
- Exercise Intervention
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Louisiana State University and A&M College
Healthy, Respiratory Quotient Measurement
Effect of Molecular Hydrogen Inhalation on Metabolic Response During Low-intensity Exercise on a Bicycle Ergometer
This trial evaluates the effect of molecular hydrogen inhalation on metabolic response, heart rate, and rating of perceived exertion in healthy females during 30 minutes of exercise on a bicycle ergometer.
- Trial name
- NCT06951789
- Testing
- Molecular hydrogen
- Where
- Czechia
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Palacky University
Diabetes, Hypertension
Effects of Standing and Light-intensity Activity on Ambulatory Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose
This study aims to test the short-term effects of intermittent standing, slow cycling and slow walking, compared to sitting, on continuous blood glucose and ambulatory blood pressure among pre-hypertensive and pre-diabetic adults.
- Conditions
- Diabetes, Hypertension, Sleep
- Trial name
- NCT02616809
- Testing
- Maintaining posture and energy expenditure, Increasing energy expenditure, Changing posture
- Volunteers
- 10 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Arizona State University
Sedentary Behaviour, Sedentary Time
Cardiometabolic Effects of Aerobic Exercise Plus Breaking Sitting
The goal of this randomized crossover clinical trial is to investigate the effects of interrupting prolonged sitting with intermittent walks of equal volume but at different frequencies, in addition to moderate-intensity aerobic…
- Trial name
- NCT06106464
- Testing
- Aerobic exercise+6.5 h of prolonged sitting, Aerobic exercise+2 minutes of walking breaks every 30 minutes, Aerobic exercise+4 minutes of walking breaks every 1-h
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 14 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Yasin Ak
Sedentary Behavior
Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) to Improve Low Intensity Physical Activity in Older Adults
The purpose of this pilot study is to determine the feasibility of using personalized trial methods in a virtual research study with Northwell employees aged 45-75 years old to increase low-intensity walking by 2,000 steps per…
- Trial name
- NCT04967313
- Testing
- Behavioral Change Techniques
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Northwell Health
PreDiabetes, Obesity
WorkWell: Work-based Activity and Metabolic Health
This study will test whether a range of pre-clinical cardiometabolic biomarkers can be improved via regular intervals of standing and light-intensity physical activity in real-world office environments.
- Trial name
- NCT04269070
- Testing
- Standing condition, Light physical activity (LPA) condition, Usual behavior condition
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 15 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Arizona State University
BDNF, Cognitive Performance
Acute Neurochemical and Cognitive Changes After HIIT vs MICT/LICT
This study examines whether the intensity of a single running session changes a blood marker related to brain health (brain-derived neurotrophic factor, BDNF), blood lactate, and performance on a short thinking task that measures…
- Conditions
- BDNF, Cognitive Performance, Lactate, Exercise Intensity
- Trial name
- ANCCR (NCT07379879)
- Testing
- Low Intensity Exercise, Moderate-Intensity Continuous Exercise, High-Intensity Interval Training
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Aksaray University Training and Research Hospital
Physical Inactivity, Walking
Daily Goal Setting to Increase Everyday Physical Activity and Promote Cognitive Health in Midlife
The purpose of this study is to determine whether interaction with an adaptive Fitbit-based goal setting application can increase levels of everyday light intensity physical activity in middle-aged adults.
- Conditions
- Physical Inactivity, Walking, Cognitive Health, Self-regulation
- Trial name
- NCT05826379
- Testing
- Adaptive Daily Goal Setting, Interim Goal Prompt
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Aerobic Capacity, Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training Effects
Low-Intensity BFR Cycling: Impact on VO₂Max and Muscle Adaptations
This study aims to investigate the effects of low-intensity cycling exercise combined with blood flow restriction (BFR) on maximal oxygen consumption (VO₂max), muscle strength, and muscle thickness in sedentary adult males.
- Conditions
- Aerobic Capacity, Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training Effects, Blood Flow Restriction Exercise, Muscle Strengh
- Trial name
- NCT07114835
- Testing
- Cycling with Blood Flow Restriction (15 min at 40% VO₂max with 60-80% LOP), Cycling Exercise (40 min at 40% VO₂max), Short-Duration Cycling Control (15 min at 40% VO₂max)
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
Effects of; Movement, Inactivity, Physical
Effects of Ping-Shuai-Gong and Arm-Swing-Exercise
Ping Shuai Gong (PSG) and Arm Swing Exercise (ASE) are two similar exercise with different arm-swinging strategies. This study is plan to explore the relationship between characteristics of arm-swinging movement and skin blood…
- Conditions
- Effects of; Movement, Inactivity, Physical, Degeneration
- Trial name
- NCT05343897
- Testing
- Low intensity exercise - Ping-Shuai Gong (PSG), Low intensity exercise - Arm-Swing Exercise (ASE)
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Cheng-Kung University Hospital
Oxygenation
Oxygenation and Muscle Function's Relationship During SLIE in Older Adults
This study is to determine the correlations between oxygenation of calf muscles and physical performance including balance, gait speed, and endurance in older adults by utilizing the NIRS device.
- Trial name
- NCT04812288
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 62 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- State University of New York at Buffalo
Obese Patients, Overweight (BMI > 25)
Effects of Low-intensity Blood Flow Restriction Exercise on Aerobic Capacity, Muscle Strength, Muscle Size, Biochemical-hormonal Parameters and Antioxidant Parameters in Overweight and Obese Individuals.
Participants will be selected from sedentary men aged 18-30 and over with a body mass index of 25. First, an informed consent form will be signed by the individuals.
- Trial name
- YT BFR (NCT06912919)
- Testing
- BFR-Aerobic Training, Aerobic Training Without BFR
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 34 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University
Overweight, Obesity Grade I
Light, Exercise Intensity and Mood in Overweight
The purpose of this study is to determine if an exposure to light in the morning has a positive influence on self-chosen exercise intensity on a bicycle ergometer in overweight and obese patients.
- Trial name
- LEXI-MO (NCT02636335)
- Testing
- Phillips Energy Light HF3319
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 26 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Basel
Healthy Aging
Effects of Brisk Walk With Low Intensity in Elderly
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of brisk walk with low intensity aerobic exercises on flexibility balance muscle endurance and life satisfaction in healthy elderly population.
- Trial name
- NCT05751083
- Testing
- brisk walk+ low intensity aerobic exercises, Brisk walk
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 34 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Fibromyalgia
The Altered Immune Response to Exercise in Patients With Fibromyalgia Before and After a Mind-body Intervention
The purpose of this study is to compare two different exercise programs to see if there are differences after exercise in fibromyalgia (FM) symptoms and responses from the immune system.
- Trial name
- NCT03441997
- Testing
- Mind-body exercise, Light mobility exercises
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Kansas Medical Center
Cognitive Performance During Physical Activity
Cognition in Motion
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of low-intensity exercise on cognitive functioning during activity. Evaluation was accomplished by having participants perform standardized cognitive tests while in three forms…
- Trial name
- CIM (NCT02927275)
- Testing
- Experimental: Standing Modality, Experimental: Biking Modality, Experimental: Walking Modality
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 88 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Baylor College of Medicine
Sedentary Lifestyle
The Health Action Process Approach and Movement Patterns in Adult Office Workers
Societal changes have resulted in reduced demands to be active and increased daily time spent sitting. Excessive sitting has been shown to be a health hazard.
- Trial name
- NCT03091686
- Testing
- HAPA SB Intervention Slideshow, HAPA MVPA Attention-Control Slideshow
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 218 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Western University, Canada
Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Type2 Diabetes
Breaking up Sitting With a Treadmill Desk in Office Workers
Sitting for long uninterrupted periods of time can increase risk of heart disease, diabetes and early death, even if you take part in the United Kingdom government guidelines for physical activity of 21/2 hours per week of…
- Conditions
- Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Type2 Diabetes, Sedentary Lifestyle
- Trial name
- NCT03468894
- Testing
- Treadmill desk walking
- Volunteers
- healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Bedfordshire
Recovery Methods, Exercise Training
Effects of Different Recovery Methods on Lactic Acid Removal, Flexibility, Strength, and Endurance
The aim of this study is to compare these three different recovery methods following a single bout high-intensity interval exercise program with each other in terms of blood lactate clearance, muscle flexibility, muscle strength…
- Trial name
- NCT03563430
- Testing
- Active Recovery Group, Self-Massage with Foam Roller Group, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 45 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Biruni University