High-intensity exercise for women after gestational diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—short bursts of intense exercise—can help women who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy stay healthy and prevent type 2 diabetes. You'll do supervised workouts over several months while researchers track your health.
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Who can take part
- Age 25–45 years old
- BMI (body weight relative to height) between 20–35
- Had a pregnancy 2–8 years ago
- Exercise no more than 2 hours per week of moderate activity currently
- Regular menstrual cycle (every 23–35 days) and not pregnant or planning pregnancy
- No diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, or prior weight-loss surgery
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