Can exercise really boost your metabolism? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06923163
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how a 12-week running program affects energy use in 80 sedentary adults. Participants will run five times a week, with researchers measuring changes in calories burned, food intake, and activity levels. The goal is to understand why exercise doesn't always lead to the expected increase in total energy expenditure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
aerobic exercise (running sessions, 5 times per week for 12 weeks)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help explain why exercise doesn't always lead to expected weight loss, potentially improving future obesity treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (80 participants) focused on healthy, sedentary adults. Results may not apply to people with medical conditions or different activity levels.
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Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology ,Chinese Academy of Sciences
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