Resistance exercise and heart health in overweight adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at how different amounts of resistance training (like lifting weights) affect heart health in people who are overweight and don't exercise much. It may help find the best exercise dose to improve cardiovascular health.
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Who can take part
- You are a non-smoker.
- You are overweight or obese with a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 43.
- You have not been meeting exercise guidelines for the last 6 months.
- You take fewer than 7,000 steps per day (based on a step test).
- You are able to perform exercise training.
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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