Daily activities and arm exercise in people with high BMI
This study looks at how a higher body mass index (BMI) affects your ability to do daily activities and upper body exercises. It may help you understand your physical fitness and how to improve it.
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Who can take part
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher (calculated from your height and weight).
- You are willing to take part in the study.
- You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, or other serious health problems.
- You are not pregnant, and have not had weight-loss surgery in the past.
- You have no condition that would make exercise testing unsafe for you.
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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