EXERCISE

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of exercise, a protein-controlled diet, and educational sessions could improve health in 15 people with early-stage chronic kidney disease (stages G1 and G2). The goal was to see changes in cholesterol, muscle strength, body composit…

This study looked at whether eating only during a set window each day (time-restricted eating) and doing short, intense workouts (high-intensity interval training) can help people with metabolic syndrome. 200 overweight or obese adults with metabolic syndrome took part for 16 wee…

This study tested whether 10 weeks of moderate or intense exercise could improve overall brain health and lower blood pressure in adults aged 35-65 with hypertension and a BMI of 25 or higher. Participants used smartphone apps to track workouts and had their brain care score, blo…

This study looked at whether eating only during a set window each day (time-restricted eating) combined with supervised exercise can reduce liver fat and improve heart health in adults with obesity. 187 people took part in a 12-week program. The goal was to see if combining these…

This study tested whether scoliosis-specific exercises (PSSE-Schroth) are better than general exercises for teenagers with mild idiopathic scoliosis (curves 10-25 degrees). Over 12 months, researchers measured changes in spine curvature and how many kids needed a back brace. The …

This study looked at whether step-aerobics or core exercises are better at reducing non-HDL cholesterol in sedentary women who are overweight or obese. Forty-five women aged 25-45 took part in a 16-week supervised program. The goal was to see which exercise type improves choleste…

This study looked at whether telling overweight or obese East Asian adults their genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, combined with using a Fitbit, helps them become more active. About 355 people aged 40-60 took part. Some received only a Fitbit, while others also got their genetic …

This study tested whether a foot-ankle exercise program could help adults with type 2 diabetes manage nerve pain, stress, and quality of life better than walking or standard care. 108 people took part for 12 weeks, doing either foot-ankle exercises, walking, or receiving educatio…

This study tested whether a daily cordyceps militaris supplement can improve exercise endurance, cardiovascular fitness, mood, and recovery in healthy active adults aged 20 to 50. Over several weeks, 32 participants either took the supplement or a placebo and completed cycling te…

This study looked at whether a special exercise program could help children with ADHD improve their movement, physical fitness, and thinking skills. Thirty children aged 7-12 with ADHD took part. The program combined different types of exercise, and researchers measured changes i…

This study tested a video-based exercise program for the arms and shoulders in 30 people with Parkinson's disease who also had a stooped posture. Participants used a motion-sensing system to play guided games aimed at improving joint movement, balance, and daily function. The goa…

This study tested whether progressive relaxation exercises (a method of tensing and relaxing muscles) could help first-year nursing students feel less stressed and more resilient before starting clinical practice. 80 students were split into two groups: one did eight relaxation s…

This study looked at whether aerobic exercise or computer-based cognitive training can help improve thinking and memory in people with schizophrenia. 58 adults with schizophrenia took part. The goal was to see which approach works better for sharpening mental skills.

This study looked at whether doing neck exercises at home through a video call works as well as seeing a physical therapist in person for 'text neck' — neck pain from looking down at phones too much. 31 university students aged 18-24 with text neck did a 6-week exercise program e…

This study looked at whether a program of foot and ankle exercises could help older adults (65+) improve their balance, foot posture, and reduce falls. Fifty participants completed the program. The goal was to see if these simple exercises could make a real difference in daily li…

This study tested whether a home-based exercise program, guided remotely by a therapist, could help people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have lung disease. Ten participants did breathing and trunk exercises using online videos. The goal was to see if this approach could impr…

This study looked at two ways to improve ankle mobility, flexibility, and balance in healthy, active adults aged 18-35. One group did simple plantar fascia stretches, while the other added a special massage technique called Graston. The goal was to see which method works better f…

This study tested a cognitive exercise therapy program (BETY) in 52 children aged 7-18 with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The program combines exercises, pain management, and dance therapy to improve physical function and emotional well-being. Results suggest it may help kids ma…

This study looked at whether a home-based exercise program could reduce anxiety and depression in people receiving hemodialysis. 54 adults on dialysis were split into two groups: one did home exercises for 6 months, the other did not. Researchers measured changes in depression an…

This study looked at whether exercising in the morning or evening helps control blood sugar better in pregnant women with gestational diabetes or glucose intolerance. 39 participants walked or stepped for 30 minutes either after breakfast or after dinner. Researchers measured blo…

This study looked at whether isometric exercises (like squats and planks) or aerobic exercises (like running) are better at lowering blood pressure in teenagers aged 13 to 17.5 who are overweight or have obesity. 38 teens took part in three visits, including blood tests, body mea…

This study tested a wearable system that gently buzzes to remind stroke survivors to exercise their weaker arm during idle time, like when resting or watching TV. 42 people in early stroke recovery used the device to see if it increased arm activity and was easy to use. The goal …

This study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program could help people aged 45 and older with advanced chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis). 51 participants were split into two groups: one did the exercises at home, the other did not. Researchers measured changes in m…

This study tested whether adding stabilization exercises to standard rehab helps people recover better after cervical laminoplasty (neck surgery). 32 adults who had the surgery were split into two groups: one did standard exercises, the other added stabilization moves. Researcher…

This study tested whether adding video-based telerehabilitation to home exercises helps teens with mild scoliosis more than standard home exercises alone. Twenty-nine adolescents aged 10-18 with mild curves (10-25 degrees) participated. Researchers measured changes in posture, pa…

This study tested a teaching method called backward chaining to help elderly nursing home residents learn how to get up from the floor safely. 26 residents aged 65 and older who could walk at least 6 meters took part. The goal was to improve their mobility, muscle strength, and c…

This study looked at whether taking 400 mg of caffeine 30 minutes before exercise helps Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes perform better on grip strength tests. Fifteen experienced male athletes did two sessions—one with caffeine and one with a placebo—without knowing which they got. …

This study looked at whether a 4-month supervised strength training program could help people with lymphoma keep their muscle mass while undergoing chemotherapy. 42 patients were split into two groups: one did resistance training, the other received usual care. The main goal was …

This study tested an 8-week tele-rehab exercise program for nurses with long COVID. 68 nurses who had lasting symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath took part. The program aimed to reduce tiredness, stress, and other long COVID symptoms while improving quality of life. Res…

This study tested whether a 12-week home exercise program using mobile technology, alone or combined with acupressure or mindfulness, could reduce fatigue in cancer survivors. 110 adults who had completed cancer treatment or were on immunotherapy took part. The goal was to see if…

This study looked at whether manual therapy (hands-on treatment) or home exercises could reduce pain and improve jaw movement in people with bruxism (teeth grinding). Thirty young adults with bruxism were split into two groups: one did exercises at home for 8 weeks, the other rec…

This study looked at whether a 12-week treadmill walking program could boost physical fitness, reduce fatigue, and improve mood in people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Thirteen adults with TBI who were not physically active took part. They exercised three times a week, and r…

This study tested whether a digital tool called KardioPAC could help people in cardiac rehabilitation stay physically active and improve their quality of life. 43 adults with heart conditions used the app alongside standard rehab. The goal was to see if the app helps them exercis…

This study tested whether adding a 3D myofascial release technique to standard McGill exercises helps people with non-specific low back pain more than exercise alone. 38 adults with pain and excessive lower back curve took part. Researchers measured pain, spinal curve, and pelvic…

This study tested whether taking calcium before exercise can help bones respond better to workouts. Blood calcium drops during exercise, and the body pulls calcium from bones to compensate, which may reduce the bone-building benefits of exercise. Researchers studied 18 Veterans t…

This study looked at whether short bursts of exercise (interval training) help keep oxygen levels higher in people with COPD who experience drops in oxygen during exercise. Twelve patients completed both an interval and a continuous exercise session while their oxygen was monitor…

This study looked at how people's usual caffeine intake affects the extra boost they get from coffee before exercise. Sixty-nine healthy, active adults did strength, sprint, and thinking tests after drinking decaf or different doses of caffeinated coffee. The results showed that …

This study looked at whether eating carbohydrates at the end of a meal (instead of the start) changes blood sugar levels in 22 elite female athletes. Participants wore a continuous glucose monitor for 6 days and followed different meal sequences. The goal was to see if food order…

This study looked at how exercise affects the body on a molecular level, focusing on processes like autophagy (how cells clean themselves). Researchers tested 80 healthy athletes—both elite cyclists and recreational runners—before, during, and after a bike workout. The goal was t…

This study tested ways to clean up heart rate data from fitness trackers and create a simple score to measure daily physical activity. It included 138 people: heart patients in rehab, coached athletes, and casual exercisers. Participants wore a Fitbit and a Polar chest strap for …

This study looked at how age and body fat affect inflammation in 100 veterans. Researchers wanted to see if losing weight and doing aerobic exercise could lower inflammation. Participants followed a weight loss and exercise program to test these effects.

This study looked at how air pollution and different types of exercise affect thinking skills in healthy young adults. 93 people aged 20-30 who didn't exercise regularly were split into groups doing high-intensity interval training, moderate aerobic exercise, or stretching, with …

This study looked at whether a hands-on technique to release a specific back muscle covering (thoracolumbar fascia) could improve shoulder blade position and arm function in teenage volleyball players. 51 athletes aged 12-19 who trained regularly took part. The researchers measur…

This study tested a health education program for 76 adolescents aged 10-19 who had high digital addiction scores. The program aimed to improve their nutrition and exercise behaviors. Researchers measured changes using a digital addiction scale and a nutrition-exercise behavior sc…

This study looked at how three different types of one-leg exercises affect blood vessels and muscles in 26 people with COPD. The goal was to understand how single-leg training might improve exercise ability. Participants completed walking and cycling tests to measure their fitnes…

This study looked at how well a health system could refer patients with chronic diseases to local 12-week exercise programs. Researchers worked with 20 primary care clinics to see how many adopted the referral process and how many patients were referred. The goal was to understan…

This study looked at whether being more active, measured by daily steps, helps people with advanced rectal cancer respond better to chemotherapy and radiation before surgery. About 120 participants wore smartwatches to track steps, heart rate, and sleep. The goal was to see if hi…

This study looked at whether taking a common antibiotic (azithromycin) for 5 days changes how well healthy young adults can exercise. Researchers measured treadmill performance and gut bacteria before and after the antibiotic or a placebo. The goal was to learn more about how gut…

This study tested a 12-week program for families in Chile to help parents and children be more active and sit less. About 136 parent-child pairs from three schools took part. The program included weekly tips sent by email or WhatsApp and three in-person family activity sessions. …

This study looked at how heart rate variability (HRV) — the tiny time differences between heartbeats — relates to workout intensity and performance in everyday life. 49 healthy adults who exercise 2-4 times a week wore a Whoop fitness tracker to measure HRV, training load, and pe…

This study looked at whether adding mini-squat exercises at different angles (30°, 45°, and 60°) to a standard leg press workout changes leg muscle strength in football players. 60 male athletes completed the program. The goal was to measure strength in the front and back thigh m…

This study looked at how short-term rapid weight loss and exercise change blood cells and immune markers in 9 elite male wrestlers. The wrestlers lost about 4.3% of their body weight over five days. Researchers took blood samples before and after exercise, both with and without w…

This study looked at how muscle stem cells respond to a specific type of exercise (eccentric resistance exercise) when oxygen levels are low. Thirty-eight healthy, active men aged 20-49 did the exercise in normal air, in a low-oxygen room, or with a cuff restricting blood flow. R…

This study looked at how different breathing exercises affect genes in 84 adults with severe asthma. Researchers compared standard respiratory rehab with a program that also included muscle-strengthening breathing exercises. They measured changes in exercise ability, shortness of…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help African American men start and stick with a physical activity routine. 36 men used the app to track their steps and health measures like weight and blood pressure. The goal was to see if the app could help reduce health risks li…

This study tested whether a mobile health exercise program called EL-FIT is practical, safe, and acceptable for people with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a type of liver disease. Seventeen adults with NASH took part. The main goal was to see if at least half of them would …

This study looked at how to best teach nursing students about staying physically active and healthy while they learn their profession. Researchers tested three different teaching methods at 16 nursing schools in Bavaria, Germany, involving 335 students. The goal was to find the m…

This study looked at whether adding breathing exercises to aerobic workouts improves lung function more than aerobic exercise alone. 45 healthy, sedentary university students aged 18-25 took part. They were split into three groups: one did only aerobic exercise, one did both brea…

This study tested a program to help teenagers ages 13 to 16 make healthier choices about eating and exercise. The program added a health literacy module—teaching teens how to find and use health information—to an existing obesity prevention program. Researchers wanted to see if t…

This study tested whether female community health volunteers could help adults in semi-urban Nepal become more physically active. 264 adults aged 18 to 69 took part. The volunteers gave families simple, home-based education sessions about exercise. The goal was to see if this app…

This study looked at how blood flow restriction (BFR) training—using pressurized cuffs on the legs during sprinting—affects stem cells and immune cells in muscle. Healthy men aged 20-30 took part in three separate experiments over three years. Researchers also tested whether taki…

This study looked at 85 older adults (70+) in Spain to see if ultrasound scans and blood tests can help measure muscle quality and frailty. Participants were divided into groups, with one group doing a physical exercise program. The goal was to find better ways to detect early si…