PHYSICAL INACTIVITY

This study tests whether a smartphone app that shows real-time blood sugar and activity data can help adolescents and young adults with type 2 diabetes improve their glucose control. Participants use a continuous glucose monitor and Fitbit, and some receive prompts to reflect on …

This study tests whether providing online webinars, digital tools, and a logbook can help adults at high risk for breast cancer become more physically active. Participants (200 women aged 30-69) will either receive the full motivation package or just standard activity recommendat…

This study tests a simple program called MAFF that encourages children to take short movement breaks at school and repeat them at home with their families. Over 12 weeks, 200 children in Portuguese schools will either use MAFF or continue as usual. Researchers will measure if the…

This study tests whether short, frequent exercise sessions—called 'exercise snacks'—can improve health in sedentary adults with diabetes or prediabetes. Participants will do 3-5 minute bouts of simple exercises like squats or brisk walking several times a day for 12 weeks. The go…

This study tests whether motivational text messages can increase physical activity in adults aged 40 and older who are not very active. Participants will wear activity trackers and receive up to 4 texts per day for 3 months, some timed based on their personal habits. The goal is …

This study tests whether playing motion-sensing Nintendo Switch games can help children and teens with congenital heart disease become more physically active. Thirteen participants aged 8-18 will wear activity monitors and follow a 12-week exergame program with coaching and suppo…

This study tests a program designed to help low-wage hospital workers manage depression and become more active. The program includes counseling, work coaching, and text message support. About 60 workers will take part to see if the program is practical and improves mood, stress, …

This study is testing a new physical activity support program called Movámonos for Spanish-speaking adults who are overweight or obese and not very active. The goal is to see if the program is something people like and can stick with. About 20 people will take part to help resear…

This study works with 35 primary care clinics to help them screen patients for physical inactivity and refer them to community-based exercise programs. The goal is to see if this approach can be smoothly integrated into routine care and whether it leads to better health outcomes …

This study tests whether a 12-week recreational football program can help boys aged 10-13 become more physically active. Researchers will measure changes in activity levels, body weight, and height. The goal is to understand what motivates teens to stay active, not to treat a dis…