Two or three workouts a week? study finds best exercise dose for seniors at risk

NCT ID NCT07529158

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how often older adults with heart disease risk factors should exercise to improve fitness and blood pressure. Twenty-two participants did combined training either twice or three times a week for 12 weeks. The goal was to see which frequency worked better for strength, balance, and heart health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder diabetes mellitus hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sports Center - Federal University of Santa Catarina

    Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, 88035-972, Brazil