Exercise and brain health study for adults 40-79
This study tests whether aerobic exercise can improve thinking and mobility in middle-aged and older adults without major health problems. You may join if you are healthy, do not smoke, and can walk without help.
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Who can take part
- Be between 40 and 79 years old
- Be a non-smoker
- Be able to walk on your own in the community
- Not need help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, or eating
- Have no serious lung or heart disease
- Weigh less than a BMI of 35 (your doctor can help you calculate this)
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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