EXERCISE

This study is testing whether exercising before breakfast (fasted) is better for heart health and weight loss than exercising after eating. Researchers will compare the two approaches over a 16-week supervised exercise program with 40 adults who have overweight or obesity. They w…

This study is testing whether using a Fitbit, either alone or combined with a health coaching program, can help adults with central obesity move more and improve their heart health markers. Over 130 participants aged 40+ will be randomly assigned to use the device, use the device…

This study is testing whether a supervised exercise program before surgery can help the body's immune system fight esophageal cancer. Researchers will compare a high-intensity and a low-intensity exercise program in 50 adults scheduled for chemotherapy and surgery. The goal is to…

This study is testing whether a mobile app called BumptUp can help pregnant women who don't currently exercise become more motivated to be active and improve their heart health. Researchers will compare 50 healthy women in their second trimester who use the app for 8 weeks to sim…

This study tests whether adding motivational counseling to a virtual exercise program helps cancer survivors stay physically active long-term. Researchers will compare two online programs over six months, tracking activity levels and quality of life. The goal is to help survivors…

This study is testing whether a new smart breathing trainer can help people with weakness on one side of their body (hemiplegia) after a stroke. Researchers will compare the device-guided breathing exercises to standard breathing exercises over 6 weeks. The goal is to see if the …

This study is testing whether a set of fun, child-friendly core exercises can improve balance and daily movement in children with a type of cerebral palsy. It will involve 54 children aged 6-12, who will do exercises at home for 8 weeks. Researchers will compare the new 'Fun-Core…

This study is testing a 10-week online program that combines mental health counseling with an exercise plan to help Latina cancer survivors feel better. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helpful for reducing stress, anxiety, and depression while improving physi…

This study is testing whether an 8-week mat Pilates program can improve body awareness and physical activity levels in sedentary women aged 18-29. Researchers will compare 27 women doing Pilates with 27 women who don't exercise. The goal is to see if this gentle exercise helps wo…

This study is comparing two non-surgical treatments for mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) against standard home exercises. Researchers want to see if adding either kinesiotaping (a special elastic tape) or peloidotherapy (therapeutic mud packs) to a home exercise prog…

This study aims to find out if a specialized stabilization exercise program works better than standard exercises for people recovering from neck surgery. Researchers will compare two groups of 36 patients to see which program more effectively reduces pain, improves movement and b…

This study is testing whether a 10-week exercise program is practical and helpful for people with multiple myeloma who are getting chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant. Researchers want to see if patients can and want to participate in a tailored exercise plan, delivered in…

This study is testing whether two types of exercise training—Qigong (a gentle mind-body practice) and a mixed exercise program—can help people with panic disorder. Researchers want to see if these activities can reduce anxiety and panic attacks while also improving balance, stren…

This study is looking at whether adding special breathing muscle training to standard breathing exercises helps people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have lung disease. Researchers will compare two groups of 39 patients to see if the extra training improves their ability to e…

This study is testing a supplement made from broken-down lentil protein to see if it's safe for healthy people. Researchers will give different doses to 48 adults over four weeks to check for side effects and see if it might help lower blood pressure, improve blood vessel functio…

This study aims to understand if high levels of lactate in the blood are responsible for the reduced fat breakdown and poor blood sugar control seen in people with metabolic syndrome. Researchers will temporarily raise lactate levels in healthy volunteers using an IV infusion and…

This study aims to find out if patterns of physical activity and sedentary time, measured by wearable sensors, can predict when a person with one chronic disease might develop another. Researchers will follow 700 people with conditions like arthritis, diabetes, or COPD for four y…

This study aims to find out if adjusting workout schedules based on a woman's menstrual cycle improves fitness and performance. It will involve 111 healthy, active women with regular cycles who will follow different training plans for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in…

This study aims to see if daily physical activity, measured by a smartwatch, is linked to how well breast cancer patients respond to treatment before surgery. Researchers will track step counts, sleep, and heart rate in 82 women receiving pre-surgery therapy to see if more activi…

This study aims to learn how chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects the heart, especially during exercise. Researchers will measure heart function in 60 people with COPD at rest and during different exercise intensities. The goal is to identify patterns of heart str…

This study aims to understand how different amounts of cycling training affect gut bacteria and overall health. Researchers will compare 45 healthy, active men who either do no training, moderate cycling, or high-load cycling for eight weeks. They will measure changes in gut heal…

This study aims to understand how exercise during and after pregnancy might change the makeup of breast milk. Researchers will measure the activity levels of 200 mothers, analyze their milk, and track their babies' growth and energy use. The goal is to learn if these changes in m…

This study aims to understand how consistently exercise affects blood sugar levels in people with and without Type 1 diabetes. Researchers will monitor 24 participants (12 with diabetes, 12 healthy) while they cycle or rest after breakfast, tracking glucose with continuous monito…

This study is exploring whether combining aerobic exercise, like cycling, with scheduled daytime naps can help the brain learn and remember new motor skills in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will measure brain and muscle activity in 20 participants to see if thi…

This study aims to find out if adding mini-squat exercises at specific knee angles (30°, 45°, and 60°) to a standard leg press workout can improve leg muscle strength and balance in football players. Researchers will measure the strength of the front (quadriceps) and back (hamstr…

This study aims to see if a new natural supplement can help the body make more collagen, a key protein for skin, joints, and ligaments, especially after taking collagen protein and exercising. Researchers will enroll 20 healthy young adults to test this. They will measure collage…

This study aims to understand how histamine, a chemical best known for causing allergy symptoms, affects blood flow to the lungs after exercise. Researchers will recruit 20 healthy young adults to see if blocking histamine changes how the heart and lungs handle increased blood fl…