PHYSICAL INACTIVITY

This study tests a home-based program called LiverWatch for people with advanced liver disease (cirrhosis). Participants get a Fitbit, personalized nutrition advice, and weekly education. The goal is to see if this helps improve physical activity, diet, and overall well-being com…

This study tests a telehealth program for cancer survivors to help them quit smoking, lose weight, and be more active. About 1500 adults who have had cancer (except skin cancer) and have at least one risk behavior will join. Some will get 12 coaching sessions by phone or video, w…

This study tests a 24-week program called Black Impact to improve heart health and reduce stress in Black men. About 340 Black men with below-ideal heart health will either join the program right away or be placed on a waitlist. The program includes weekly exercise, health educat…

This study tests a 12-week, fully remote program designed to help Hispanic adults over 55 become more physically active. Researchers will compare the program to a general brain health education group to see if it boosts confidence, habits, and social support for exercise. The goa…

This study looks at whether a 6-week computer-based brain training program can help adults aged 40-65 stay physically active. Participants will also do home-based aerobic exercise with coach support. The goal is to see if improving thinking skills makes it easier to keep up an ex…

This study looks at whether starting a physical activity program before and during radiotherapy can help head and neck cancer patients maintain their physical function and quality of life. About 80 patients will be randomly assigned to either an exercise group or a standard care …

This study tests whether sending information and making two phone calls can encourage older adults with osteoarthritis to join SilverSneakers exercise programs. About 1,454 seniors across the U.S. who have free access but haven't used it will be followed for two years. The goal i…

This study tests whether a behavior change program with personalized exercise plans can help stroke survivors become more physically active. Researchers will compare a group that gets up to 6 coaching sessions (in-person and by phone/video) plus a custom activity plan, to a group…

This study tests a 12-week remote program that combines positive psychology and motivational interviewing, plus text messages, to help 280 heart attack survivors who are not very active. The goal is to see if this approach increases moderate-to-vigorous physical activity compared…

This study looks at whether eating too much phosphate—a common additive in processed foods—can reduce your ability to exercise and increase belly fat. Researchers will measure oxygen use during cycling and energy production in muscles. The goal is to see if findings from mice app…

This study looks at why women who had gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy) may have higher heart disease risk years later. Researchers will test how a natural chemical called endothelin-1 affects small blood vessel function, and whether physical activity or sitting to…

This study looks at whether a 3-month virtual program called Choose to Move Replacement Ready is practical for people waiting for hip or knee replacement surgery due to osteoarthritis. About 60 participants will answer surveys and interviews about their activity, pain, and well-b…

This study looks at how healthy behaviors like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep relate to heart health in both adults and children. Researchers will collect data from questionnaires and simple health checks like blood pressure and blood sugar. The goal is to better understand th…

This study tests a program called Free Time for Wellness (FT4W) designed to help low-income mothers in New York City become more physically active. About 630 mothers with young children will take part. The program addresses barriers like lack of time and resources to encourage mo…

This study tests a new smartphone app and continuous glucose monitor in 30 young adults aged 16-24 who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes before age 18. Participants wear a glucose monitor and Fitbit for 30 days, answer surveys, and give feedback on health messages. The goal is …

This study tests three approaches to help older adults with HIV become more physically active: coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy for barriers like low motivation or pain, and a Fitbit-based social support program. About 196 participants will wear a Fitbit to track steps. The…

This study looks at how past sports injuries and sitting too much can affect the long-term health of former athletes. Researchers will compare strength, physical activity, and overall health in 450 current and former athletes, as well as non-athletes, to understand why some peopl…

This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic may have changed people's physical activity, sleep, blood pressure, and mental stress. About 100 adults aged 18 to 75 will visit a lab twice, wear activity trackers for two weeks, and complete fitness tests and questionnaires. The goa…