HIIT boosts strength and mobility in seniors, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07170579

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Instituto Politécnico de Bragança Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve physical fitness in older adults. Thirty-nine people aged 60 and older did HIIT three times a week for 60 minutes. After the program, they showed better strength, flexibility, aerobic endurance, and agility. The findings suggest HIIT may be a safe and effective way to help seniors stay active and independent.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) exercise program
What this could lead to: If this approach is confirmed, it could offer a time-efficient exercise strategy to help older adults maintain independence and physical function as they age.
What could go wrong: This was a small, completed study with only 39 participants, so results may not apply to all older adults. The long-term effects and safety in frailer populations are not yet known.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for AGING are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AGING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Instituto Politécnico de Bragança

Bragança, 5300-253, Portugal

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.