Stanford scientists pit HIIT against steady exercise in 12-Week showdown

NCT ID NCT05513300

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looks at how high-intensity interval training (HIIT) compares to moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) in healthy but inactive adults. Over 12 weeks, researchers will measure changes in fitness, body composition, and molecular markers like genes and proteins. The goal is to understand which type of exercise leads to better health improvements.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Stanford University

    Stanford, California, 94305-2200, United States

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