Exercise and genes in adults born preterm
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how being born early may affect your body's ability to improve fitness with exercise. Researchers will test your genes and your response to a moderate exercise program to understand why some people improve more than others.
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Who can take part
- You were born before 37 weeks of pregnancy (preterm) or at full term (controls).
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You are currently inactive (less than 150 minutes of exercise per week).
- Your biological mother must be willing to take part in the study (only for preterm-born participants).
- You must be in good health (no major heart, lung, or metabolic diseases) and cleared for moderate exercise.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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