Morning workouts may be the key to better sleep, study suggests

NCT ID NCT07234812

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether doing moderate resistance exercises in the morning can improve sleep quality in young adults aged 18-35. Over 8 weeks, 64 participants with different sleep patterns (morning or evening types) will follow an online exercise program. Researchers will measure changes in sleep, mood, and daily rhythm to see if timing exercise to your natural body clock helps you sleep better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Moderate-Intensity Resistance Exercise Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to improve sleep by timing exercise to match your body's natural rhythm.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 64 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercise program is online and self-reported, which could affect accuracy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

circadian rhythm sleep disorder Health Behavior insomnia Motor Activity Parasomnias sleep disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medipol University

    Istanbul, Beykoz/İstanbul, 34810, Turkey (Türkiye)

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