Can a Goal-Setting exercise program help black adults stay sharp?
NCT ID NCT06769022
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a goals-based exercise program designed for Black adults aged 45-65 who are not very active. The program aimed to see if it could help people exercise more and learn what they liked or didn't like about it. Researchers worked with a community group to make the program culturally relevant. The study was small, with 21 participants, and focused on whether the program was practical and acceptable, not on proving it prevents cognitive decline.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Goal-setting and exercise intensity program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a tailored exercise program that helps Black adults stay active and potentially slow cognitive decline.
What could go wrong
This was a very small, early feasibility study with only 21 participants, so results may not apply to larger groups. It tested whether the program was acceptable, not whether it actually prevents cognitive decline.
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Locations
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Aurora Center for Active Adults
Aurora, Colorado, 80011, United States
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Hiawatha Davis Jr. Recreation Center
Denver, Colorado, 80207, United States
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University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, Colorado, 80309, United States