Gamified exercise for hardcore smokers who are inactive
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a fun, game-like exercise program can help heavy smokers who don't exercise much improve their heart and lung fitness and feel more ready to quit smoking.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You smoke at least 20 cigarettes every day
- You have been a regular smoker for at least 1 year
- You are not very physically active (less than about 1 hour of moderate exercise per week)
- You do not have any medical condition that would make exercise 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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