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Mind over muscle: imagining max effort may strengthen aging bodies

NCT ID NCT07687316

Disease control Sponsor: Kennesaw State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether combining low-intensity resistance training with maximal mental effort—imagining a full-force muscle contraction during each exercise—can improve strength and muscle function more than low-intensity training alone. Researchers will enroll 75 older adults with functional limitations and poor lower-body strength who have not exercised in the past two years. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups: low-intensity training, low-intensity training with mental effort, or a control group. The goal is to see if the mind-muscle connection can enhance physical gains without heavy lifting.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Low-intensity resistance training with maximal mental effort
What this could lead to
If it works, this approach could offer a simple, low-risk way to improve strength and physical function in older adults without heavy exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial. The mental effort technique may not produce meaningful physical gains, and results may not apply to all older adults.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 75 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2026

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 to 85 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Body mass index between 18.5 - 33 kg·m2 * No structured physical activity in past 2 years * Any unstable condition contradicting exercise * Independently walk with or without assistive device * No significant cognitive impairment Exclusion Criteria: * Score of 22 or lower on Montreal Cognitive Assessment * Missing more than 3 training sessions (training groups only) * Pacemaker * Unstable angina * Symptomatic heart failure * Uncontrolled arrythmias * Uncontrolled hypertension (greater or equal to 160/90) * Myocardial infarction in the past 6 months * Uncontrolled type 2 diabetes * Type 1 diabetes * Severe or unstable pulmonary conditions, * Currently on supplemental oxygen therapy * Severe hearing loss or visual impairment * Alzheimer's Disease or significant cognitive impairment * Stroke in the past 6 months or ongoing stroke-induced motor impairment * Any neurological (e.g., Parkinson's) condition affecting motor control * Undergoing chemotherapy * Surgery in past 6 months * Musculoskeletal injury in the past 6 months * Terminal illness * Stage 3 or greater chronic kidney disease

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Conditions

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Motor Activity Sarcopenia

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Old age Sarcopenia Seniors

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kennesaw State University

    RECRUITING

    Kennesaw, Georgia, 30144, United States

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