Sitting too much? new study reveals how inactivity harms aging bodies

NCT ID NCT06377254

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looks at how being active or inactive changes your body's functions, like fitness, muscle strength, and brain health. Researchers will ask 40 adults aged 50-65 to either increase or decrease their physical activity for several months. The goal is to understand how activity levels impact overall health and aging, which could help create better public health advice.

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  • David Greenfield Human Physiology Unit

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    Nottingham, Notts, NG72UH, United Kingdom

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