Exercise study for healthy older adults
This study looks at how different levels of exercise affect health markers in older adults. It compares elite athletes to sedentary individuals to understand how exercise can improve health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 80 years old.
- You are either an elite athlete (exercising at a high level for your age) or sedentary (little to no regular exercise in the past year).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 19 and 35.
- You are generally healthy and can complete exercise tests.
- You have no recent major health issues like heart disease, diabetes, or cancer.
Quick eligibility check
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