Can a 15-Minute breathing trick beat exercise for stress?

NCT ID NCT07379606

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Poznan University of Physical Education Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 04, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study will test whether 15 minutes of moderate cycling or a specific breathing technique called cyclic sighing can reduce stress and improve thinking in 30 healthy young adults. Participants will try both activities a week apart, and researchers will measure brain waves, heart rate, and self-reported stress before and after each session. The goal is to see which brief activity works better for calming the mind and body.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that a short breathing exercise is as effective as moderate exercise for reducing stress in young adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures short-term effects, not long-term stress relief.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Poznan University of Physical Education
RECRUITING

Poznan, Wielkopolska, 61-871, Poland

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