Home fitness tests: can you trust your own measurements?

NCT ID NCT00542438

First seen Jan 16, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at whether people can reliably measure their own physical activity, fitness, and body size at home using simple tools like pedometers and tape measures. Researchers will check if these home-based methods are practical and accurate for 62 adults with low risk for heart disease. The goal is to improve how we collect health data without requiring clinic visits.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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