Activity snacks for healthy aging in overweight older adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at whether short, easy bursts of physical activity—called 'activity snacks'—can help older adults who are overweight stay healthy and active. If you join, you might get support to add small exercises into your daily routine.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older.
- You are considered overweight or obese (your doctor can check your BMI).
- You are able to do light to moderate physical activity safely.
- You have not had a major heart event (like a heart attack) in the last 3 months.
- You do not have severe memory or thinking problems, or a serious unstable health condition.
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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