Sitting less, moving more: quick exercise breaks may boost metabolism
NCT ID NCT07229963
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether taking short breaks from sitting to do light or intense cycling can lower blood sugar, insulin, and inflammation in healthy overweight adults. Sixteen inactive participants will be monitored for 7 hours after a meal. The goal is to find which type of exercise break best improves heart health markers and fat burning.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 16 people
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- Expected to start
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Nov 2025
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- Expected to finish
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Jun 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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35 to 45 years
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria * Being physically inactive (not doing at least 150 minutes/week of structured exercise). * Having a physical activity level of \<5000 steps/day. * Having a BMI between 25 and 29.9 kg/m2. * Having a history of regular menstrual cycles for female participants. * Having medical examination approval. Exclusion Criteria * Taking any acute or chronic medication or supplement that may affect metabolism. * Having an acute or chronic illness that limits exercise (musculoskeletal problems, cardiovascular disorders, respiratory problems, etc.). * Consuming tobacco products. * Meeting 3 or more of the metabolic syndrome criteria (waist circumference of 102 cm or more in men, 88 cm or more in women, triglyceride level of 150 mg/dL or higher, HDL cholesterol level below 40 mg/dL in men and 50 mg/dL in women, blood pressure of 130/85 mmHg or higher, fasting blood glucose level of 100 mg/dL (5.6 mg/L) or higher).
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Locations
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Hacettepe Sports Science Faculty, Hacettepe Beytepe Clinic
Ankara, Beytepe, Turkey (Türkiye)
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