Lifting weights may boost brain health, new study suggests

NCT ID NCT07189130

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looks at how different amounts of weightlifting affect two important chemicals in the blood: BDNF (which helps the brain) and irisin (linked to exercise). Twenty-four healthy men aged 18-30 will do resistance exercises at different loads. Researchers will measure these chemicals in blood and also test thinking speed with a Stroop test.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Sport

    Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia

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