Can exercise rewind the clock? study tests Aging's impact on fitness gains
NCT ID NCT06471569
First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 32 times
Summary
This study looks at how aging changes the way older adults respond to exercise. Researchers will have 26 people who previously completed a structured exercise program do a 6-month aerobic workout. They will measure changes in insulin sensitivity and heart fitness to see if age affects how much people benefit from exercise.
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Locations
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Duke Center for Living
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Aerobic exercise
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help design better exercise programs tailored to older adults with conditions like prediabetes or obesity.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The trial is currently suspended, which may delay findings.
Conditions
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