One-intense-workout study on fitness and thinking in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how a single session of intense exercise affects brain function and fitness in active older adults. It may help understand how exercise can support thinking and memory as we age.
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Who can take part
- You have been regularly active for the past 3 months (at least 3 times a week, 30 minutes of moderate exercise).
- You are generally healthy and have no signs of heart, blood vessel, kidney, or metabolic disease.
- You are willing to have your data stored and shared (anonymously) for research purposes.
- You do not have any serious health conditions (like dementia, heart disease, recent stroke, or active cancer).
- You do not have any current injuries or implanted medical devices that could make exercise unsafe.
- You do not have significant memory or thinking problems.
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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