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Could eccentric cycling be the key to easier fitness for sedentary people?

NCT ID NCT07189975

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Liege Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether eccentric cycling (where you resist the pedals) is better than regular concentric cycling for improving muscle strength and fitness in sedentary adults. Forty-five healthy but inactive people were split into three groups: high-intensity eccentric interval training, moderate continuous eccentric training, or high-intensity concentric interval training. Researchers measured strength, aerobic power, and other health markers before and after 14 weeks of training.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Eccentric and concentric cycling training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward more efficient exercise programs for sedentary people, improving fitness with less perceived effort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 45 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the training requires special equipment not widely available.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

45 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2024

Finished

Jan 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

55 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Sedentary people (less than 3 hours of physical activity a week) * No smoker Exclusion Criteria: * Pain or injury in the 6 previous months in the lower limbes * Presenting an uncontrolled chronic condition * Presenting cardiovascular issues

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Conditions

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Sedentary Behavior

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Deconditioning Eccentric cycling exercise Eccentric exercise training Elderly Healthy participants Sedentary

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Liege University

    Liège, 4000, Belgium

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