Thinking while lifting: study reveals how brain strain changes muscle fatigue

NCT ID NCT05121272

First seen May 04, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how doing a mental task at the same time as a physical exercise affects tiredness in healthy adults aged 18-35 and 65-90. Researchers measured changes in arm strength, anxiety, blood pressure, and fatigue using questionnaires and a special device. The goal was to understand the link between cognitive demand and physical fatigue, not to test a treatment.

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Locations

  • University of Oklahoma

    Norman, Oklahoma, 73071, United States

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