Plants and sunlight boost gym performance, study suggests
NCT ID NCT06928311
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether exercising in a room with natural elements like plants, simulated sunlight, and nature sounds improves performance and enjoyment compared to a standard gym. Twenty-five male college students did treadmill tests in both settings. Researchers measured oxygen use, heart rate, and how hard the exercise felt, along with mood and enjoyment surveys.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward simple ways to make indoor exercise more effective and enjoyable by adding natural elements.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study with only 25 male college students, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or not meaningful in real-world settings.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Colorado State University Cardio Room (Moby Arena 134)
Fort Collins, Colorado, 80521, United States