Comparing two exercise programs for heart fitness and mood in young adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two exercise programs—high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT)—to see how they affect heart health, hormone balance, and mood in young adults aged 18-21. The goal is to help people find the best way to improve their physical and mental well-being.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 21 years old.
- You should be mostly inactive or only lightly active (less than 600 MET-minutes per week).
- Your doctor must confirm you are healthy enough to exercise.
- You cannot have heart, lung, metabolic, or kidney problems, or conditions like asthma, high blood pressure, or arrhythmia.
- You cannot be pregnant, have a motor disability, or use medications or supplements that affect performance.
- You must not use alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes, or caffeine regularly, and you must not have a history of heavy drinking.
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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