PHYSICAL FITNESS

This study looks at whether high-dose vitamin D and a home exercise program (walking and strength training) can help prevent bone loss in women being treated for breast cancer. About 191 postmenopausal women with early-stage breast cancer will take part. The goal is to see if the…

This study looks at whether combining a Mediterranean-style diet with personalized exercise can help prevent metabolic issues (like high blood sugar) and muscle or bone problems in young athletes aged 14 to 25. About 70 healthy participants who exercise at least 4 days a week wil…

This study looks at whether a regular 8-week exercise program can improve physical fitness and quality of life for paramedic students. About 60 students will be randomly assigned to either the exercise group or a control group. Researchers will measure changes in endurance, stren…

This study looks at whether a dance program can help adults aged 50 and older stay physically and emotionally healthy. About 110 healthy volunteers will be placed into a dance group, an exercise group, or a no-intervention group. Researchers will measure fitness, mood, sleep, and…

This study looks at whether adding jump squat exercises to regular training can improve how fast youth swimmers (ages 13-14) start a race. Eleven swimmers from Club Huracanes will do the program for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure start time and flight distance before and after…

This study follows 30 lung transplant recipients and healthy volunteers as they prepare for and climb Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas. Participants first use a special tent at home to get used to lower oxygen levels, then attempt the summit with medical monitori…

This study looks at how well certain tools measure muscle strength and activity in people with chronic kidney disease. It also tests whether a supervised online exercise program is helpful and practical. About 50 adults with kidney disease (on dialysis, with a transplant, or not …

This study tests a new way of teaching called MOVI-OLE! that uses special furniture and active lessons to get kids moving more in class. Researchers will check if this helps 500 students in 5th and 6th grade think better, feel happier, and stay healthier. The goal is to see if ch…

This study looks at how different amounts of playing time in preseason friendly matches affect soccer players' fitness, muscle health, and inflammation. Twenty-four male players will be tested at three points during the preseason. The goal is to understand how match exposure chan…