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Sweat it out: study finds intense exercise may help students shake off stress

NCT ID NCT07488169

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Lincoln University College Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how different types of aerobic exercise—like running on a treadmill or playing ball games—affect mental recovery in healthy university students. Researchers measured things like heart rate, stress markers, and feelings of mental release after exercise. The goal was to understand if intense physical activity can help people temporarily let go of self-focused thoughts and feel refreshed.

What this could mean

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Active substance
aerobic exercise (treadmill running or ball games)
What this could lead to
If successful, this research could point toward simple exercise routines that help people manage stress and mental fatigue more effectively.
What could go wrong
This is a completed observational study, not a treatment trial. The results may not apply to people with health conditions or outside a university setting.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

671 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Healthy adults aged 18 to 30 years. University students or individuals with equivalent educational background. Normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing. Willingness to comply with all study procedures and sign the informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: History of cardiovascular disease, respiratory illness, or chronic pain that may affect Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Diagnosis of clinical depression, anxiety disorders, or other psychiatric conditions. Current smokers or individuals with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Recent use of medications affecting the autonomic nervous system or endocrine function (e.g., steroids, beta-blockers, or hormonal medications) within the past month. Any disability preventing walking for 30 minutes or completing the Digit Span cognitive task.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Mental Fatigue Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

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Autonomic nervous system function Healthy university students Mental fatigue Post-exercise recovery Psychological stress Self-perception

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Wuhan Technical University

    Wuhan, Hubei, 430074, China

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