Exercise snacks for leg strength and thinking in pre-frail older adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether short, frequent exercise 'snacks' (brief bursts of activity spread throughout the day) can improve leg function and thinking in older adults who are starting to become frail. It aims to help you stay mobile and sharp in everyday life.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You live independently at home (not in a care facility).
- You have early signs of frailty (e.g., slow walking, tiredness, unintentional weight loss) but are not severely frail.
- You can walk on your own, with or without a cane.
- You have not been doing regular leg strengthening exercises more than twice a week in the last 3 months.
- You are willing to participate in an 8-week exercise program and complete all check-ins.
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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