Clinical trials
Resistance Exercise clinical trials
Below are recruiting resistance exercise clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 178 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06770660Recruiting
Remote exercise for teen fitness
This trial tests whether exercising at home through video calls can improve heart and lung fitness in teenagers aged 12 to 17. It might be a convenient way to stay active if you cannot get to a gym or sports club.
SingaporeAges 12–18 - NCT07698314Recruiting
Exercise study for women after breast cancer treatment
This study looks at how a supervised exercise program affects muscle-related substances (myokines) in women who have finished breast cancer treatment. It may help understand how exercise can support recovery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 20–89 - NCT07606872Enrolling by invitation
Testing a diabetes score to guide treatment reversal
This study tests a new scoring system to help people with type 2 diabetes understand their condition better and potentially reverse or improve it. You'll use a digital platform to track blood sugar, answer health questions, and have blood tests to see if the system helps guide your treatment plan.
Manchester, EnglandAges 18 years+ - NCT06545721Recruiting
Weight changes and hormone health in PCOS
This study looks at how weight changes affect hormone levels and insulin resistance in women with PCOS. It may help understand if weight cycling is harmful or helpful.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT05710809Recruiting
Exercise and health check study for older colorectal cancer patients
This trial looks at sarcopenia (loss of muscle strength/size) and vertigo (feeling dizzy or off-balance) in older adults with colorectal cancer. It tests whether a structured, exercise-based approach can help these issues alongside cancer care.
CopenhagenAges 65 years+ - NCT05543083Recruiting
Therapy plus exercise for teens at risk of type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a combination of coaching (cognitive-behavioral therapy) and exercise can improve mood and help teens who are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes. It may be especially helpful if you’re dealing with depression symptoms and a family history of type 2 diabetes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 12–17 - NCT06729203Recruiting
Ultrasound for belly fat and insulin resistance in women
This trial tests if ultrasound cavitation—a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to break down fat—can help lower insulin resistance in women with central obesity (fat around the belly). It's a possible option if you have insulin resistance and are not taking diabetes medication.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 25–40 - NCT05884073Recruiting
Exercise training for cancer care professionals
This trial is about using low- to moderate-intensity exercise to support people who professionally care for patients with cancer. It aims to see whether building this exercise approach is practical and safe for oncology care teams, starting with care professionals in Halifax.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04791371Recruiting
Study how fitness and insulin resistance relate to diabetes
This study looks at how low physical activity, insulin resistance in small blood vessels, and cardiorespiratory fitness connect to diabetes and blood sugar control. You may be eligible if you are generally sedentary and fit within the weight range, and if you do not have certain heart, lung, nerve, or medication factors.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 30–55 - NCT06621368Recruiting
Resistance training for healthy aging in older women
This study tests if two years of resistance exercise helps older women stay healthy and active. It's for postmenopausal women aged 60+ who are not currently exercising regularly.
Londrina, ParanáAges 60 years+ - NCT06849817Recruiting
Protein and exercise for postmenopausal women's health
This study tests whether adding more protein to your diet along with regular exercise can improve health and well-being in women over 50 who have gone through menopause.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges Any age - NCT06507189Recruiting
How exercise affects older adults: a study
This study looks at how different older adults respond to exercise. It will help researchers understand why some people benefit more than others. You will be asked to do supervised exercise sessions and tests over about 6 months.
Pensacola, FloridaAges 60 years+ - NCT06423963Recruiting
Exercise and nutrition before pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests whether a home-based exercise and nutrition program can help people with pancreatic cancer get stronger before surgery. It’s designed for those who are not already doing regular strength training.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05644327Recruiting
Exercise program to improve sleep in Parkinson’s disease
This study looks at whether an exercise program can improve sleep problems in people with Parkinson’s disease. It’s mainly for those who already have poor sleep quality while taking stable Parkinson’s medicine.
Laval, QuebecAges 40 years+ - NCT06757712Recruiting
Resistance training for quality of life in women with hypothyroidism
This trial tests if a special resistance-training schedule can improve quality of life in women with well-controlled hypothyroidism who are also overweight. You will follow a periodized (changing intensity) exercise plan and see how it affects your daily energy and well-being.
SuezAges 35–45 - NCT07828847Recruiting
Exercise and muscle health in older adults with diabetes
This study looks at how exercise affects muscle cell function in older adults with type 2 diabetes and frailty. It may help find ways to improve strength and independence in aging.
ValenciaAges 18–83 - NCT04996433Recruiting
Compare two talk therapy programs for treatment-resistant depression
This study compares two psychotherapy programs to help people who have ongoing, difficult-to-treat depression while in inpatient care. If you qualify, you’ll receive one of the therapy programs and be followed to see which approach helps depression symptoms more.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT07756658Recruiting
Tyrosol and creatine for exercise and thinking
This trial tests whether taking two supplements, tyrosol and creatine, can improve how well you exercise and think. If you join, you'll take these supplements while keeping your usual workout and diet, and the researchers will measure changes in your performance and memory.
Tampa, FloridaAges 20–55 - NCT06512675Recruiting
Exercise program for serious video game players
This study tests if exercise can improve your reaction time and mouse accuracy while gaming. You'll do a full body exercise program and see how it affects your gameplay.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06799481Recruiting
Home-based exercise to help brain tumor survivors with thinking and memory
This study tests whether a virtual home-based exercise program can improve thinking and memory problems caused by brain tumor treatment in teens and young adults. It also looks at how exercise affects gut health.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 15–39 - NCT05901675Recruiting
Weight loss and exercise after stroke in walking recovery
This trial studies whether a weight-loss plan combined with exercise can improve walking and leg movement after stroke. It may help if you have ongoing leg weakness but can still walk without devices for testing.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 35–85 - NCT07320846Recruiting
Exercise and gene activity in rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests whether exercise training can affect gene activity (lncRNA) in rheumatoid arthritis patients with lung involvement. It may show how exercise helps manage the disease.
Istanbul, TurkeyAges 18–75 - NCT06083324Recruiting
Exercise program to improve strength and mobility after cancer
This study tests a personalized exercise program using resistance training (lifting weights) to help cancer survivors rebuild strength, improve body composition, and move better after treatment. It is designed for people who are ready to start exercising safely and want to regain function.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 20–89 - NCT05163600Recruiting
Exercise with or without blood flow restriction for health
This study compares how your heart and lungs respond to two different types of exercise: one with a special cuff that slightly limits blood flow and one without. It may help if you are healthy or have COPD.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for resistance exercise?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 178 recruiting resistance exercise studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a resistance exercise trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a resistance exercise trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.